Munchausen by Proxy and Other Factitious Abuse: Practical and Forensic Investigative Techniques

by Kathryn Artingstall

Book Overview

This book covers Munchausen and Munchausen by Proxy (MBP) though the terms have recently changed. The 2013 DSM-V--the update to the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) diagnostic and classification tool--has classified both Munchausen and MBP as "Factitious Systematic Abuse." While thought to have occurred primarily with children and their caregivers, recent research shows a more widespread problem: such medical abuse to spouses, the disabled, the elderly--even pets. Many involve repeat and long-term instances of hospital and medical fraud. This book covers the syndrome itself, interviewing and investigative aspects, victimology, as well indicators in the event of homicide and death.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 036777884X
• ISBN13: 9780367778842
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.0" x 10.0"