Hanna complains of physical problems that date back to her adolescence. She has suffered from seizures, muscle weakness, abdominal pain, diarrhea, menstrual problems, chest pains, and urinary problems. Although she really suffers from these symptoms, her doctors have never been able to find a physical cause. She is most likely suffering from __________.

A. somatic symptom disorder
B. conversion disorder
C. hypochondriasis
D. Münchausen syndrome


Answer: A

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