Just before debuting at Carnegie Hall, a pianist suffered abrupt paralysis of her entire left hand. She has no known medical conditions that are associated with this symptom. This description MOST closely aligns with:
A) conversion disorder.
B) somatization disorder.
C) pain disorder associated with psychological factors.
D) factitious disorder.

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Conversion disorder is characterized by neurological symptoms, such as paralysis, that cannot be explained by medical evaluation and are thought to arise in response to psychological stress. The sudden onset of paralysis in the pianist's left hand, with no underlying medical condition, aligns with the characteristics of conversion disorder.

Just Before Debuting at Carnegie Hall, a Pianist Suffered Abrupt