Which symptom is listed as part of S/S psych disorders?

Which symptom is listed as part of S/S psych disorders?

• A. Anxiety
• B. Fatigue
• C. Body dissatisfaction
• D. Flat affect

Answer: (D)

Flat affect is a standard sign clinicians look for in many psychiatric disorders. It describes a noticeable decrease in emotional expression—little or no facial movement, monotone voice, and minimal gestures—even when the person feels emotions. This is a characteristic negative symptom that reflects reduced outward displays of affect, which helps distinguish certain psychiatric conditions from other medical issues. By contrast, anxiety and fatigue are common, nonspecific symptoms that can appear in many contexts, not unique to psychiatric disorders. Body dissatisfaction points more to body image concerns and eating-related issues than to a broad psychiatric sign. So the observable lack of expressed emotion makes flat affect the most fitting symptom in this context.