The DSM-5 diagnosis of functional neurological symptom disorder can also be identified as ____________________ disorder
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
conversion
Rationale: The DSM-5 diagnosis of functional neurological symptom disorder can also be identified as conversion disorder. Conversion disorder is a loss of or change in body function that cannot be explained by any known medical disorder or pathophysiological mechanism. There is most likely a psychological component involved in the initiation, exacerbation, or perpetuation of the symptom, although it may or may not be obvious or identifiable.
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