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Peer reviewedJones, David P. H. – Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, 1994
This editorial introduces two articles on Munchausen by Proxy syndrome (the induction of an appearance or state of physical ill health in a child, by the caretaker, and the child's subsequent presentation to health professionals for diagnosis and/or treatment). The severity of the caretaker's psychological disturbance and the serious effects on…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Child Abuse, Deception, Mental Disorders
Peer reviewedSchreier, Herbert A. – Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, 1996
In cases of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, the perpetrator (generally the mother) simulates or fabricates child abuse in order to maintain an intense relationship with hospital personnel, police personnel, child protection workers, lawyers, or school personnel. A case involving law enforcement agents as a primary "target" illustrates…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Case Studies, Child Abuse, Clinical Diagnosis
