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Munchausen Syndrome
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A psychological disorder in which a person fakes illness in order to receive attention. Munchausen syndrome by proxy means a caregiver gains attention by faking a child's illness.

Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Article describes the syndrome, its symptoms, and treatment. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.

Books About Munchausen Syndrome
Munchausen syndrome by proxy is a psychological disorder in which a parent fakes illness in her child in order to gain attention. These books look at all sides of the issues surrounding this disorder.

Munchausen By Proxy Survivors Network
Site offers information and resources for Munchausen syndrome by proxy.

Munchausen Syndrome, Factitious Disorders, Malingering
Site run by Dr. Marc Feldman, a researcher and author whose specialty is these types of disorders. Excellent information.

Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Commercial site offers bookstore, information, and resources.

MEDLINEplus: Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Concise information from the National Library of Medicine (U.S.).

Mothers Against Munchausen by Proxy Allegations
This organization offers information about mothers falsely accused of Munchausen syndrome by proxy. Also offers support group and reading list.

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