Munchausen syndrome by proxy involves caregivers inducing illness in victims for attention. Diagnosis challenges include diverse symptoms, and treatment includes therapy for caregivers and protecting victims. This disorder is often misunderstood and can have severe consequences for the victim, who is typically a child, elderly person, or any vulnerable adult.

​Munchausen syndrome by proxy involves caregivers inducing illness in victims for attention. Diagnosis challenges include diverse symptoms, and treatment includes therapy for caregivers and protecting victims. This disorder is often misunderstood and can have severe consequences for the victim, who is typically a child, elderly person, or any vulnerable adult. 

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