Somatoform and Factitious Disorders

Somatization Disorder

Associated General Medical Conditions was updated to clarify that some individuals with Somatization Disorder have objective signs that are part of a comorbid medical condition.

Conversion Disorder

The "Prevalence" section was expanded to include rates in certain general medical settings.

Pain Disorder

The "Associated Features" text section on the risk of iatrogenic Substance Dependence was updated and expanded to include factors that minimize the likelihood of developing iatrogenic Substance Dependence. In addition, text on associated sleep problems was also expanded. Text addressing the prevalence of Pain Disorder in clinical settings as well as additional information about Course Features was included.

Hypochondriasis

Associated Features and Disorders, Prevalence, and Course (i.e., factors associated with better prognosis) were updated.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Body build and muscularity were added to the list of body site preoccupations. The "Associated Features" section was updated to include additional information about lack of insight and efforts to correct or hide the defects. Reported prevalence rates in clinical settings were included.

Factitious Disorder

The revised text for the Predominantly Physical Signs and Symptoms Type more clearly differentiates Munchausen's syndrome (the most severe and chronic form of Factitious Disorder) and less severe, more transient forms. Specific Gender Features, Prevalence, and Course features were updated.

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