Somatic and Related Disorders Flashcards
characterized by the presence of physical symptoms that cause significant distress or impairment in daily life, yet may not be fully explained by a medical condition.
Somatic and Related Diroders
Somatic and Related Disorders emphasizes the interplay between psychological and…
physical factors
Has physical symptoms, like pain or tiredness, that cause a lot of worry and problems in their daily life.
Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD)
Yes or No
In Somatic Symptom Disorder, do the doctors find anything serious from frequent visits and tests?
No
what are common physical symptoms experienced by people with SSD?
pain and fatigue
How long does SSD symptoms and worry persists?
more than six months
what are the three levels of severity of SSD based on the impact on their daily life?
Mild
Moderate
Severe
3 treatments for SSD
Talk Therapy
CBT
Medication
what is the purpose of medication for SSD
to manage anxiety and depression
a mental health condition where a person is excessively worried about having or getting a serious illness.
Illness Anxiety Disorder (IAD)
Illness Anxiety Disorder is also known as…
Hypochondriasis
What physical symptoms are seen in IAD?
mild to none
how long does IAD persist?
at least six month
What are three treatments for IAD?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Relaxation Techniques
Medications
what is effective in managing worry
Mindfulness