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Somatization and somatoform disorders

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008

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Definition Somatization is a term that describes the expression of psychological or mental difficulties through physical symptoms. Somatization takes a number of forms, ranging from preoccupation with potential or genuine but mild physical problems to the development of actual physical pain, discomfort, or dysfunction. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR), the professional [...]