Over the last two semesters,Henry has been experiencing sharp chest pains just before a test is scheduled.He has had a thorough medical exam but no physical cause for the pain has been found.Henry most likely has
A) a pain disorder.
B) hypochondriasis.
C) somatization.
D) a compulsion.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A pain disorder is characterized by the presence of physical pain that is not fully explained by a medical condition. Henry's chest pains occur specifically before a test, which suggests that they may be related to anxiety or other psychological factors, rather than a physical problem. Hypochondriasis and somatization involve more generalized concerns about health and physical symptoms, rather than a specific pattern like Henry's. Compulsions are unrelated to physical pain.

Over the Last Two Semesters,Henry Has Been Experiencing Sharp Chest