Munchausen syndrome as a suicide equivalent: abolition of syndrome by psychotherapy.
This article presents a case of self-induced diseases (Munchausen syndrome), among them a very dangerous cardiac condition. The psychotherapeutic process is described, through which the Munchausen behavior was effectively abolished. It is suggested that Munchausen syndrome may be a suicidal equivalent.
Jerusalem Mental Health Center, Ezrath Nashim, Israel.
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D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009110:Munchausen Syndrome / Q000523:psychology* / Q000628:therapy; D011613:Psychotherapy; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012803:Sick Role; D013405:Suicide / Q000523:psychology*; D013406:Suicide, Attempted / Q000523:psychology