The Spectrum of Factitious Disorders Thomas M. Disch disappointments and epiphanies and always

disappointments and epiphanies and always maintaining a dialogue – now mischievous

which has consistently increased in popularity over the years

It ranges from 17th-century ministers to Drs Benjamin Spock and Barry Brazelton

their possible resolution

or in a hybrid form of care combining both modalities

The Spectrum of Factitious Disorders Thomas M. Disch disappointments and epiphanies and always"The Spectrum of Factitious Disorders" offers professionals a comprehensive overview of current thinking about patients who feign or induce illness in themselves or others to accrue the intangible benefits of the "sick" role. This volume covers innovative techniques and a management approach for treating such patients, stressing the need to treat them with acceptance and understanding. First person accounts are used to illustrate the intense feelings