Somatoform&dissociative Disorders Lesson Plan

Psychological Disorders > Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders
Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders

Somatoform Disorders
Dissociative Disorders
Somatoform Disorders
There are at least five forms of somatoform disorders: Somatization Disorder,
Hypochondriasis, Conversion Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and Pain
Disorder.
Somatization Disorder is characterized by seeking treatment for at least seven
illnesses which impair functioning, and after investigation, are unfounded as a
medical condition.
Hypochondriasis is characterized by a persistent fear of becoming ill.Individuals
with Hypochondriasis focus on the fear of the illness or disease.
Conversion disorder is characterized by a functional loss with no accompanying
physiological or neurological disorder to account for such loss.The functional loss
could be anything such as paralysis, seizures, tunnel vision, etc.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder is characterized by a perceived body-related defect in
appearance that significantly impairs functioning (social, occupational, etc.), and
cannot be explained by another mental illness.
Pain Disorder is characterized by pain in one or more places, impairs functioning
(social, occupational, etc.),is determined to have a psychological onset, and is
not accounted for by mood disorders or other mental disorders.
Hypochondriac
Dissociative Disorders
Dissociation can range from mild detachment from immediate surroundings to
more severe detachment from physical and emotional experience.While some
dissociation is normal, there are four kinds of dissociation that are considered
psychopathological.
Dissociative amnesia occurs when an individual is suddenly unable to recall
personal information, which cannot be explained by common
forgetfulness.Dissociative fugue is characterized by a sudden leave from one's
location and the assumption of a new identity in a new location.
Depersonalization disorder occurs when an individual feels that they are a
detached observer outside of themselves.Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a
controversial disorder characterized by and individual displaying at least two
distinct identities.
Severe childhood trauma has been proposed as an explanation for the
development of DID; traumatic events are thought to disrupt the development of
a unified personality, and memories and emotions related to the trauma are
relegated to alternate personalities.
Some argue that individuals who are diagnosed with DID are highly suggestible,
and may be subconsciously acting out a role that they believe the therapist is
expecting.
Dissociative Identity Disorder
Psychological Disorders
Key terms
dissociate to experience a wide array of conditions from mild detachment from immediate surroundings to more severe
detachment from physical and emotional experience.
dissociative Removing or separating from some association.
hypochondriasis A mental disorder characterized by excessive fear of or preoccupation with a serious illness, despite medical
testing and reassurance to the contrary.
somatoform disorder A psychiatric disorder in which physical symptoms are experienced, but for which no apparent physical
cause can be found.
An individual with a conversion disorder might present to a

physician in which of the following ways?
A) A women who is convinced she has elephantiasis in her right arm
when her arm is completely healthy.
B) An individual with paralysis of the right leg with no identifiable
neurological origin.
C) A patient who is concerned he has meningitis despite being tested and
cleared several times.
D) A foreign exchange student who complains of stomach problems the
night before a big test.
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An individual with a conversion disorder might present to a

physician in which of the following ways?
A) A women who is convinced she has elephantiasis in her right arm
when her arm is completely healthy.
B) An individual with paralysis of the right leg with no identifiable
neurological origin.
C) A patient who is concerned he has meningitis despite being tested and
cleared several times.
D) A foreign exchange student who complains of stomach problems the
night before a big test.
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Somatoform disorders are characterized by which of the

following?
A) Concern that something is physically wrong, but no accompanying
medical condition.
B) Concern that something is psychologically wrong, but no
accompanying medical condition.
C) Concern that something is physically wrong, with a medical diagnosis
to back up the concern.
D) Concern that something is psychologically wrong, with a medical
diagnosis to back up the condition.
Somatoform disorders are characterized by which of the

following?
A) Concern that something is physically wrong, but no accompanying
medical condition.
B) Concern that something is psychologically wrong, but no
accompanying medical condition.
C) Concern that something is physically wrong, with a medical diagnosis
to back up the concern.
D) Concern that something is psychologically wrong, with a medical
diagnosis to back up the condition.
What is the post-traumatic model of Dissociative Identity Disorder

(DID)?
A) The idea that DID results from childhood abuse which disrupts the
development of a unified identity.
B) The idea that individuals with DID are more prone to trauma while they
are in a dissociated state.
C) The idea that DID is a form of post-traumatic stress disorder.
D) The idea that DID is a form of re-enacting past traumas, akin to posttraumatic flashbacks.
What is the post-traumatic model of Dissociative Identity Disorder

(DID)?
A) The idea that DID results from childhood abuse which disrupts the
development of a unified identity.
B) The idea that individuals with DID are more prone to trauma while they
are in a dissociated state.
C) The idea that DID is a form of post-traumatic stress disorder.
D) The idea that DID is a form of re-enacting past traumas, akin to posttraumatic flashbacks.
Why did DID become a popular diagnosis in the latter half of the
20th century?
A) Because research was able to confirm the existence of the condition
during this period.
B) Because of a significant increase in recreational drug use and
alcoholism during this period.
C) Unclear if there were more instances of DID, or if it was simply better
recognized by clinicians.
D) Because there was an increase in people seeking to overcome
childhood traumas during this period.
Why did DID become a popular diagnosis in the latter half of the
20th century?
A) Because research was able to confirm the existence of the condition
during this period.
B) Because of a significant increase in recreational drug use and
alcoholism during this period.
C) Unclear if there were more instances of DID, or if it was simply better
recognized by clinicians.
D) Because there was an increase in people seeking to overcome
childhood traumas during this period.

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Psychological Disorders > Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders

Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders

Psychological Disorders > Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders

Psychological Disorders > Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders

Dissociative Identity Disorder

An individual with a conversion disorder might present to a

An individual with a conversion disorder might present to a

Somatoform disorders are characterized by which of the

Somatoform disorders are characterized by which of the

What is the post-traumatic model of Dissociative Identity Disorder

What is the post-traumatic model of Dissociative Identity Disorder

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