Somatoform vs. Psychosomatic Disorders: Understanding the Difference

Somatic symptom disorder and psychosomatic disorder were previously considered separate conditions. However, the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) has merged them into a single diagnosis known as "somatic symptom disorder." Therefore, the DSM-5 does not recognize a separate psychosomatic disorder.

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