What is the major recommendation for the medical management of patients with somatic symptom disorder?

a. use medication to reduce anxiety
b. confront the patient's irrational thinking
c. use repeated medical procedures to reassure the patient
d. establish a strong and consistent physician-patient relationship


Answer: d.

Psychology

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