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Recognition and management of factitious disorder

  • Burnel A
Prescriber (2015) 26(21) 37-39
DOI: 10.1002/psb.1411
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Abstract

Factitious disorder is a rare psychiatric disorder characterised by feigned medical symptoms. This article discusses the warning signs and describes a management approach that maximises engagement with the patient while minimising harm.

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Burnel, A. (2015). Recognition and management of factitious disorder. Prescriber, 26(21), 37–39. https://doi.org/10.1002/psb.1411

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