MUS Flashcards
1
Q
What are dissociative (conversion) disorders?
A
loss/alteration in physical FUNCTION
- unconcious, unintentional
2
Q
What is somatization disorder?
A
multiple, recurrent, changing SYMPTOMS of at least 2 YEARS duration
3
Q
What is hypochondriachal disorder?
A
constant preoccupation with having an underlying DISEASE
4
Q
What is somatoform autonomic disorder?
A
symptoms of a system/organ under AUTONOMIC innervation
usually Sx of 2 types:
- objective signs of autonomic arousal e.g. palpitations, tremor, sweating
- subjective non-specific complaints e.g. fleeting aches and pains, bloating
5
Q
Key features of factitious disorder
A
- illness role
- unconcious motive, conscious method
6
Q
Key features of malingering
A
- external stress/incentive
- conscious motive, conscious method
