Munchausen syndrome

GPTKB entity

Statements (49)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:disease
gptkbp:affects family dynamics
any age group
gptkbp:can_be_difficult_to diagnose
gptkbp:can_involve hospitalization
self-harm behaviors
exaggeration of existing conditions
gptkbp:can_lead_to social isolation
legal issues
unnecessary medical treatments
distrust in medical professionals
gptkbp:can_result_in emotional distress
severe health complications
gptkbp:cause fabrication of symptoms
gptkbp:challenges healthcare providers
effective treatment
gptkbp:diagnosis clinical evaluation
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Munchausen syndrome
gptkbp:is_a_complex_condition_that requires careful assessment.
gptkbp:is_a_form_of factitious disorder imposed on self
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of medical ethics discussions
gptkbp:is_affected_by stressful life events
gptkbp:is_associated_with personality disorders
gptkbp:is_characterized_by deceptive behavior
gptkbp:is_common_in gptkb:women
gptkbp:is_distinct_from malingering
gptkbp:is_influenced_by gptkb:cultural_factors
gptkbp:is_often_accompanied_by substance abuse
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with childhood trauma
chronic illness history
gptkbp:is_often_described_as Munchausen by proxy when involving others
gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in gptkb:literature
medical settings
gptkbp:is_often_involved_in case studies
gptkbp:is_often_seen_in gptkb:disease
gptkb:conversion_disorder
attention-seeking behavior
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:the_DSM-5
gptkbp:is_related_to psychological issues
gptkbp:is_sometimes_treated_in outpatient settings
gptkbp:named_after gptkb:Baron_Münchhausen
gptkbp:requires multidisciplinary approach
long-term management
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:psychotherapy
cognitive behavioral therapy
medication for underlying issues
gptkbp:was_a_precursor_to more severe mental health issues
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:disease
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4