69. Munchausen Syndrome (Factitious Disorder), Part 1

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🗓️ 5 May 2021

⏱️ 64 minutes

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Summary

In Part 1 of this two-parter, the docs cover the historical context of the term Munchausen Syndrome and Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, break down how it fits into the DSM-5 and the actual diagnostic term, Factitious Disorder. They also look at rates and risk factors, as well as the differences in behaviors with female and male perpetrators. Part 2 will cover the case of DeeDee Blancharde and her daughter Gypsy Rose Blancharde, as well as the robust choices of film & TV depictions of Factitious Disorder by Proxy. You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ L.A. Not So Confidential is proud to be part of the Crawlspace Media Network. http://crawlspace-media.com/

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1:14.1	Because we split the last episode into two, so we're off our regular schedule.
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