Evidence supporting the biological perspective on patients with illness anxiety disorder (hypochondriasis) includes research showing they ____.
A) are more sensitive than others to bodily sensations
B) have neurotransmitter imbalances
C) have lower arousal levels than others
D) have lower heartbeats than others when stressed

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Research indicates that individuals with illness anxiety disorder are more sensitive to bodily sensations, which aligns with the biological perspective that suggests a heightened sensitivity to physical symptoms.

Evidence Supporting the Biological Perspective on Patients with Illness Anxiety