Abstract: Munchausen syndrome by proxy is a form of child abuse involving both physical abuse and medical neglect. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has identified factors that may help physicians recognize this form of child abuse and has provided recommendations on when to report a case to their state child protective services agency.
Publication Year: 2008
Publication Date: 2008-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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