Somatisation

Question 1

What is the definition of Somatisation

Answer 1

Px experiencing psychological distress in the form of somatic symptoms

I.e. Stress causing physical symptoms

Question 2

What groups of people increase the risk of Somatisation (2)

Answer 2

Alcoholics + Drug Users

Question 3

What is the management plan for Somatisation Px

Answer 3

Symptoms disappear when emotional problem solved

So solve the mental factor

Question 4

What are the 4 types of Somatisation

Answer 4

Hypochondriasis

Conversion Disorder

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Pain Disorder

Question 5

What is Hypochondriasis as a subtype of Somatisation

Answer 5

worry that minor symptoms = Serious disease

Question 6

What is Conversion Disorder as a subtype of Somatisation

What does it normally indicate

Answer 6

Px Unconsciously converts mental stress => Physical symptom

Typically indicates a disease of brain // nerve

Question 7

What 3 examples of symptoms can arise in a conversion disorder?

Answer 7

Total loss of vision

Deafness

Paralysis of arms / legs

Question 8

What is Pain disorder as a subtype of Somatisation

Answer 8

Px has persistent pain that cannot be contributed to a physical disorder

Question 9

What is body dysmorphic disorder as a subtype of Somatisation

Answer 9

Px spends a lot of time worried + concerned about their appearance

Question 10

What are the 2 typical treatments in Somatisation

Answer 10

SSRI ==> Sertraline

CBT