Factitious disorders are a set of conditions that
A)fall somewhere between malingering and conversion disorders.
B)are completely under voluntary control like malingering.
C)are a manifestation of physical symptoms mostly due to anxiety
D)Are one form of typical child abuse

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Factitious disorders involve intentionally producing or feigning physical or psychological symptoms for the purpose of assuming a sick role, receiving medical attention, or fulfilling a psychological need. They differ from malingering in that the motivation is not for personal gain, and from conversion disorders in that there is a deliberate intent to deceive or assume the sick role. Therefore, factitious disorders fall somewhere between malingering and conversion disorders. The other options are not accurate descriptions of factitious disorders.

Factitious Disorders Are a Set of Conditions That