PSYCHIATRY Flashcards

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What is the difference between conversion and somatisation disorder?

A

Conversion = motor/sensory loss. Associated with stress.

Somatisation = multiple SYMPTOMS for >2 years. Refuses to accept negative results.

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How long should antidepressant therapy be continued after remission to prevent relapse?

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6 months

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