is considered (in the DSM-IV-TR), as any of a group of disorders in which the patient intentionally produces or feigns physical or psychological symptoms solely so that he or she may assume the sick role (compare malingering).
is considered (in the DSM-IV-TR), as any of a group of disorders in which the patient intentionally produces or feigns physical or psychological symptoms solely so that he or she may assume the sick role (compare malingering).