Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Psychological Disorders

Question:

Which of the following statement is NOT correct in respect of conversion disorders?

Options:

The symptoms of conversion disorders are the reported loss of part or all of some basic body functions.

Paralysis, blindness, deafness and difficulty in walking are generally among the symptoms reported.

These symptoms often occur after a stressful experience and may be quite sudden.

Conversion disorder falls under the category of Stressor Related Disorders

Correct Answer:

Conversion disorder falls under the category of Stressor Related Disorders

Explanation:

Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders: These are conditions in which there are physical symptoms in the absence of a physical disease. In these disorders, the individual has psychological difficulties and complains of physical symptoms, for which there is no biological cause. These include conversion disorders, somatic symptom disorder, and illness anxiety disorder among others.

The symptoms of conversion disorders are the reported loss of part or all of some basic body functions. Paralysis, blindness, deafness and difficulty in walking are generally among the symptoms reported. These symptoms often occur after a stressful experience and may be quite sudden.