Abstract:For more than 40 years, the literature on Munchausen syndrome has primarily focused on presenting cases describing the often intriguing and tragic experiences of individuals who have presented t o hospitals with self-inflicted illnesses. Due t o the nature of this disorder, many patients are never seen by psychological or psychiatric personnel, and thus, assessment results and preferred treatment options are understandably limited. Despite the paucity of research conducted with patients diagnosed with Munchaus… Show more
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