Chat with AIExam 6: Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders and Dissociative Disorders
Shannon brings an extremely long list of physical complaints, with which she is inordinately preoccupied, to all her frequent appointments with medical practitioners.However, extensive medical examinations have shown no physical basis for these complaints.With which disorder would Shannon likely be diagnosed? Provide at least three areas of functioning that therapy should address for the most effective treatment of Shannon's disorder.Include a rationale for each recommendation.
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Answered by Examlex AI CopilotShannon would likely be diagnosed with somatic symptom disorder. This disorder is characterized by excessive and disproportionate preoccupation with physical symptoms, despite medical reassurance that there is no underlying medical cause for the symptoms.
For the most effective treatment of Shannon's somatic symptom disorder, therapy should address the following areas of functioning:
1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address maladaptive thoughts and beliefs about her physical symptoms. CBT can help Shannon identify and challenge any irrational beliefs she may have about her symptoms, and develop more adaptive coping strategies.
2. Emotion regulation skills to help Shannon manage any anxiety or distress related to her physical symptoms. Learning how to regulate her emotions can help Shannon reduce the intensity of her preoccupation with her symptoms and improve her overall well-being.
3. Addressing any underlying psychological factors that may be contributing to Shannon's somatic symptoms, such as past trauma or unresolved emotional issues. Exploring and processing these underlying factors can help Shannon gain a better understanding of the connection between her emotions and physical symptoms, and work towards resolving any unresolved psychological issues.
Overall, addressing these areas of functioning in therapy can help Shannon develop more adaptive coping strategies, reduce her preoccupation with physical symptoms, and improve her overall quality of life. By addressing both the cognitive and emotional aspects of her disorder, Shannon can work towards managing her symptoms more effectively and experiencing greater psychological well-being.
Mark injured his back at work several years ago.Although he was treated and considered healed by his physicians, he still complains of severe and debilitating back pain.Other than some minor scar tissue, his doctors cannot find anything that could be causing more than some minor stiffness.What is Mark's most likely diagnosis?
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