25 Shocking Cases Of Munchausen Syndrome That Are Truly Disturbing

Munchausen Syndrome is when someone fakes being sick so they can get sympathy or attention. Unlike hypochondria, where a person fears they are ill, those with this syndrome are, well, to put it bluntly, looking for attention. It’s considered a mental disorder because it’s often accompanied by emotional issues.  The even scarier version is Munchausen by Proxy, wherein someone claims their child or spouse is ill in order to gain sympathy. This is abuse and sometimes results in their death. And even still, there are others who fake illness just to make a profit off of the good charity of others. Looking for examples? Here are 25 Shocking Cases Of Munchausen Syndrome That Are Truly Disturbing.

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