In the past two years,Jerri-Lynn has told her family and friends that she has two different terminal illnesses.She has been to the doctor numerous times,and even though the doctors and specialists have failed to find anything wrong with her,she continues to tell people that she is seriously ill.Which of the following psychological disorder does Jerri-Lynn most likely have?

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Jerri-Lynn's behavior of claiming to have illnesses despite medical evidence to the contrary and seeking attention suggests factitious disorder, where a person deliberately exaggerates or creates symptoms of illness.

In the Past Two Years,Jerri-Lynn Has Told Her Family and Friends