Which explanation for the development of somatic symptom disorders is least plausible?

a. ?abnormal serotonin functioning
b. ?massive repression of unwanted impulses or memories
c. ?a predisposition based on a combination of biological and psychological traits
d. ?childhood experiences in which physical illness brought special attention


ANSWER:
b

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A) 60 B) 70 C) 80 D) 90

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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

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