Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of somatization disorder?
A) "As soon as my symptoms go away, I'll be my old self again."
B) "How I handle stress and emotions can affect my physical health."
C) "I have to avoid stress all my life to avoid getting sick again."
D) "Taking medication won't help my pain since it's caused by stress."
B
Feedback: Clients who come to understand that how they cope with stress affects their physical health demonstrate an understanding of somatization disorder. Clients with somatization disorder eventually may be treated in mental health settings. It is unrealistic to try to avoid all stress in one's life.
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