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Primary gain
In psychology, primary gain, or a reduction in anxiety, is the primary motivation for seeking help seen in those suffering from Somatization disorders. It is also known as psychological gain, or paranosic gain.
By contrast, secondary gain are benefits such as increased care, sympathy, and pity that one receives when suffering from psychologically induced physical symptoms. It is also known as real gain, or epinosic gain.
It is important to recognize the difference between secondary gain and malingering, or lying.
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