Factitious Disorder (Formerly Munchausen Syndrome)
Baron Munchausen, taking a ride on a cannonball.
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If you’d like more information about factitious disorder, here’s a talk with Marc Feldman, MD & Janet Cahill, PhD
Actual photo used by Debbie Swenson as Kaycee Nicole
EP. 09
Factitious Disorder (Formerly Munchausen Syndrome)
In this episode of Strange Mind, we explore factitious disorder (formerly known as Munchausen syndrome), a complex psychiatric condition where individuals fabricate, exaggerate, or even induce symptoms in order to assume the role of a patient. We dive into the history of the syndrome, examine disturbing real-world cases of medical deception, and explore the psychology behind a disorder that challenges our understanding of identity, attention, and the need to be cared for.
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