Explain the clinical characteristics of somatoform disorder.

Somatoform disorder, now referred to as Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD) in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), is a mental health condition characterized by the presence of physical symptoms that suggest a medical illness, but which cannot be fully explained by any underlying medical condition or other mental disorder. The clinical characteristics of somatoform disorder are multifaceted and include a complex interaction of physical complaints, psychological distress, and abnormal responses to these symptoms. These symptoms can significantly disrupt daily functioning and can be linked to high levels of anxiety, depression, and a history of trauma.

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