Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy in Singapore
Aims: Munchausen syndrome by proxy, or “factitious disorder imposed on another” as per DSM–V criteria, is characterised by the falsification of signs or symptoms, or induction of injury or disease, in another individual. Despite its initial description over 60 years ago, the literature on its epidem...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge University Press
2025-06-01
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| Series: | BJPsych Open |
| Online Access: | https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2056472425107424/type/journal_article |
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| Summary: | Aims: Munchausen syndrome by proxy, or “factitious disorder imposed on another” as per DSM–V criteria, is characterised by the falsification of signs or symptoms, or induction of injury or disease, in another individual. Despite its initial description over 60 years ago, the literature on its epidemiology, management, and prognosis remains limited, with most insights derived from isolated case reports. |
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| ISSN: | 2056-4724 |