The case of the bad mother: Factitious disorder
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Provides information about Munchausen syndrome by proxy as well as the behaviours, causes, treatments and common characteristics of people who suffer from it.
Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP) is a mental condition where a caregiver makes up an illness in the person they are caring for. Explore this condition with the case of Dee Dee Blanchard and Gypsy Rose Blanchard. Learn about the common behaviours expressed by people with MSBP, the causes, the treatments and common characteristics present in people who suffer from MSBP.
Disclaimer: The doctor in this video is not a medical professional. She is a student who is portraying a doctor. This video was based on research cited below to educate the viewers about this syndrome and should not be used as medical advice or diagnosis.
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