A behavioral reinforcer for someone with somatic symptom disorder would be
A)receiving a dollar each time they ride an elevator.
B)feeling refreshed after taking a hot shower.
C)receiving attention and sympathy.
D)successfully avoiding social situations.

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Individuals with somatic symptom disorder often experience physical symptoms that are not fully explained by medical conditions. These individuals may seek attention and sympathy from others as a way to cope with their symptoms. Therefore, receiving attention and sympathy may serve as a positive reinforcement for the individual's behavior of exhibiting somatic symptoms. The other options (A, B, and D) are not directly related to the symptoms or behavior associated with somatic symptom disorder.

A Behavioral Reinforcer for Someone with Somatic Symptom Disorder Would