You overhear several students discussing a news report on Munchausen syndrome.Because you are taking a course in abnormal psychology,you recognize this syndrome to be an example of a(n)__________ disorder.

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Munchausen syndrome is a type of factitious disorder, where an individual intentionally produces or exaggerates symptoms of illness in order to gain attention, sympathy, and/or medical treatment. It is not an anxiety disorder, psychotic disorder, or trauma-related disorder.

You Overhear Several Students Discussing a News Report on Munchausen