Chapter 8 Factitious Flashcards
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A disorder in which an individual feigns or induces physical symptoms, typically for the purpose of assuming the role of a sick person
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Factitious disorder
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Intentionally feigning illness to achieve some external gain, such as financial compensation or deferment from military service
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Malingering
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Factitious disorder is popularly known as
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Münchausen syndrome, a label derived from the exploits of Baron Munchausen in 18 century Calvary officer who told tales of military adventures
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Psychological factors may contribute to somatic, or bodily illness in variety of ways. True or False
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True
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What contributed to GAD, panic disorder, and PTSD
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Abnormal neurotransmitter activity
