Factitious disorders

Topic sh93000060 · id.loc.gov

Scope Notes

Here are entered works on disorders characterized by physical or psychological symptoms that are not genuine and which are under voluntary control. Works on simulation of symptoms of illness or injury with the intent to deceive to obtain a goal are entered under [Malingering.]

Examples

Note under [Malingering]

Broader Terms (1)

Neuroses

Hierarchy

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Narrower Terms (1)

Munchausen syndrome