A male client is so preoccupied with his thinning hair that he is missing work and avoiding social gatherings. This client is exhibiting signs of:
a. Hypochondriasis
b. Conversion disorder
c. Body dysmorphic disorder
d. Factitious disorder
C
Body dysmorphic disorder is characterized by a preoccupation with a physical difference or defect. Hypochondriasis is an intense fear or preoccupation with a serious disease or medical condition. Conversion disorder is a somatoform disorder that involves presentation of problems related to sensory and motor functions. Factitious disorder refers to intentional production of symptoms.
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