Description
Book SynopsisThis book offers the first comprehensive, detailed examination of Munchausen by Proxy syndrome (MBPS). Written by leading authorities, it covers all known clinical, medical, psychological, social, and legal aspects of the disorder, including detection, dynamics, treatment, and clinical management. An innovative theory of the disorder is delineated and extensive psychological test data presented to shed light on the cognitive and psychological makeup of mothers with MBPS. Also provided is a cogent analysis of the broader cultural context within which MBPS has developed as predominantly a disorder of women.
Trade Review"It is a must for anyone who is likely to work with Muchausen by proxy syndrome clinically, particularly for health visitors, counsellor and psychologically minded GPs in primary-care settings as well as specialist paediatric services ... The material is well referenced and indexed and the general quality of the book is excellent. It promises to become the standard textbook on the subject for the time being." - British Journal of Guidance and Counselling
Table of ContentsForeword by Roy Meadow, M.D. Preface. Part 1: Description of the Problem. Defining the Syndrome. The Challenge of Discovery and the Reluctance to Act. The Extent of the Problem. The Risk of Misdiagnosis. Part 2: Understanding the Dynamics of MBPS. The Perversion of Mothering: The Danger of Being Ignored. Why Women? Why Medicine?. "So Help Me Doctor ...": The Physician and the Imposter. Surrender in the Family: Dynamic Issues Involving Older Children. Part 3: Managing the Problem. Psychotherapeutic Work With MBPS Parents. Psychological Testing of MBPS Patients. Legal Issues and MBPS. Management of MBPS. Epilogue. Appendices. Bibliography.
