Diagnostic Features

The essential feature of Undifferentiated Somatoform Disorder is one or more physical complaints (Criterion A) that persist for 6 months… » »   

Diagnostic Features

The essential feature of Conversion Disorder is the presence of symptoms or deficits affecting voluntary motor or sensory function that… » »   

Subtypes

The following subtypes are noted based on the nature of the presenting symptom or deficit:

Associated Features and Disorders

Associated descriptive features and mental disorders. Individuals with conversion symptoms may show la belle indifference (i.e., a relative… » »   

Specific Culture, Age, and Gender Features

Conversion Disorder has been reported to be more common in rural populations, individuals of lower socioeconomic… » »   

Introduction

The common feature of the Somatoform Disorders is the presence of physical symptoms that suggest a general medical condition (hence, the… » »   

Diagnostic Features

The essential feature of Somatization Disorder is a pattern of recurring, multiple, clinically significant somatic complaints. A somatic complaint is… » »