A conversion disorder in which an individual's hand becomes entirely numb, while an area above the wrist, controlled by the same nerves, remains sensitive to touch is referred to as
A. cyclothymic disorder.
B. bipolar disorder.
C. glove anesthesia.
D. dissociative disorder.
Answer: C
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