Munchausen syndrome is a psychological illness in which the sufferer will fake or induce the symptoms of illness or injury in order to receive the attentions of medical personel.
The odd name for this syndrome is taken from Baron Münchhausen who lived from 1720-1797 and purportedly told many impossible stories about his own fictitious adventures.
People who develop Munchausen have often experienced childhood trauma or neglect from sick parents whose illnesses made them unavailable.
Lethality: 1
Disturbing: 3
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