Factitious Disorder, where individuals feign or produce symptoms intentionally, poses unique challenges for diagnosis and management. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry delves into this enigmatic condition, offering insights into its underlying motivations and effective interventions. Our expert editors curate content that sheds light on the complexities of Factitious Disorder, ensuring psychiatrists are equipped to navigate the challenges it presents.
Factitious Disorder
Recently published articles about Factitious Disorder
Case Report
When the Labs Don’t Add Up: Factitious Disorder and Successful Treatment
January 27, 2026
This case of a 37-year-old woman, who presented to the ED with recurrent syncope and acute kidney injury, demonstrates successful long-term treatment of factitious disorder, highlighting the complexities of...
Recent JCP Articles on Factitious Disorder
Rounds in the General Hospital
Communicating With Intubated Patients
July 2, 2026
Communication difficulties associated with critical illness and mechanical ventilation increase the likelihood of developing neuropsychiatric sequelae of critical illness and can worsen short- and long-term patient outcomes.
Recent PCC Articles on Factitious Disorder
Featured Factitious Disorder Research
Original Research
Major Depressive Disorder and PTSD Treatment Outcome in Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Prolonged Exposure
June 29, 2026
For patients with PTSD and comorbid major depressive disorder, clinicians should consider use of a non-trauma-focused therapy such as interpersonal psychotherapy.
