Your client intentional fell down a flight of stairs in order to be injured and receive pain medication. What is the best diagnosis or condition that fits this description?

A. Somatic Symptom Disorder
B. Munchhausen Syndrome
C. Malingering
D. Factitious Disorder


Answer: C. Malingering

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