Association of Social Work Boards Masters (ASWB MSW) Practice Exam

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Conversion as a defense mechanism results in what type of symptoms?

  1. Psychological

  2. Physical

  3. Emotional

  4. Social

The correct answer is: Physical

Conversion is a coping mechanism that involves a person unconsciously converting an emotional or psychological stressor into a physical symptom, such as pain or illness. This is often seen in cases of somatic symptom disorder or conversion disorder. Option A is incorrect because conversion does not result in psychological symptoms, but rather physical symptoms. Option C is incorrect because emotional symptoms are not directly caused by conversion, but may be the underlying source of the physical symptom. Option D is incorrect because social symptoms are not a direct result of conversion, although they may be impacted by the individual's physical symptoms. Therefore, the correct answer is B as the physical symptoms are the primary manifestation of conversion as a defense mechanism.

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