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Somatoform disorders, somatization and abnormal illness behaviour.

S K Chaturvedi1, Geetha Desai, Deepika Shaligram

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences, NIMHANS, Bangalore. chatur@nimhans.kar.nic.in

International Review of Psychiatry (Abingdon, England)
|February 3, 2006
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Somatization and abnormal illness behavior (AIB) frequently coexist, with AIB often presenting as multiple somatic symptoms. Recognizing AIB in somatoform disorders is crucial for effective patient management and avoiding unnecessary medical interventions.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry and Psychology
  • Medical Sociology

Background:

  • Somatization and abnormal illness behavior (AIB) are common, interrelated clinical phenomena.
  • The complex relationship between somatization and AIB, including causality, is not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence on the relationship between somatization and AIB.
  • To explore their measurements and management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies examining somatization and abnormal illness behavior.
  • Analysis of the co-occurrence and interrelationship of these phenomena.

Main Results:

  • Multiple somatic symptoms as presenting complaints are highly suggestive of AIB.
  • Somatization is often observed in patients exhibiting AIB.

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Conclusions:

  • Understanding the link between somatization and AIB is clinically important.
  • Recognition of AIB in somatoform disorders aids in preventing unnecessary investigations and inappropriate treatments.