General Studies · Clinical Psychology
What does the term 'malingering' refer to?
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- 1A subconscious somatic symptom disorder triggered by high stress
- 2A specific phobia of hospitals and medical procedures
- 3Deliberate exaggeration or feigning of physical or psychological symptoms for external gain✓
- 4Genuine and severe physical symptoms with clear medical explanations
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Deliberate exaggeration or feigning of physical or psychological symptoms for external gain
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