Tammy is convinced that a pain in her leg is the first sign of bone cancer. During a physical examination, her family physician finds no evidence of cancer
To be sure the physician orders X-rays that confirm the original findings.
Nevertheless, Tammy sought the opinions of other physicians who agreed
that there was no evidence of cancer. Tammy's behavior is most consistent
with which disorder?
a) bipolar disorder
b) hypochondriasis
c) dissociative fugue
d) conversion disorder
b
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In addition, members tend to identify strongly with the group. If George decides to join, he can expect that ________. A) the group is not very cohesive B) members tend to leave the group shortly after being initiated as members C) higher-status members tend to break away from the group more easily than do low-status members D) members are very unlikely to leave the group after they have joined E) members tend to belong to the group for a while, then drift away
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved the drug Abilify as a treatment for schizophrenia. This means that
a. Abilify may be used for any symptoms that are related to schizophrenia b. physicians, in most instances, may prescribe Abilify for any medical condition that they believe is appropriate c. only adults may be prescribed Abilify d. physicians will need to confirm with the FDA each time they want to prescribe the medication.