9. somatoform

Question 1

what is somatoform disorder known as

Answer 1

convergence disorder (physical and psychological)

Question 2

“somatisation does not underlie ALL somatic symptoms disorder”

true or false?

Answer 2

false.

it underlies ALL

Question 3

specifier

Answer 3

with predominant pain

• previously was a standalone disorder in dsm (pain disorder)
• for indivs whose somatic symptoms predominantly involves pain

Question 4

associated features

Answer 4

• cognitive features: attention focused on somatic symptoms, worry, fear, attribute bodily sensations to physical illness (headache to brain tumour)
• behavioural features: avoid physical activities, seek medical, repeated body checking

Question 5

relationship between somatic symptoms and depression

Answer 5

the more unexplained somatic symptoms, the higher risk of depression