Which are the essential features of conversion disorder? (Select all that apply.)
a. Preoccupation with fears of disease
b. Deficits in motor function
c. Long history of vague complaints
d. Deficits in sensory function
B, D
Deficits in motor and sensory function are specific to conversion disorders. Preoccupation with fears of disease is typical of hypochondriasis, and a long history of vague complaints is common with somatization disorder.
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