Which of the following is a diagnostic feature of hypochondriasis?
a. The disturbance has persisted for one year or longer.
b. The person is preoccupied with the fear of having a serious illness.
c. There are no fears of physical illness persist despite medical evidence.
d. There is a dramatic change in or loss of physical abilities or functioning.
B
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