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.
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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...
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Case Report
Cocaine-Associated Rectal Foreign Body Insertion
July 16, 2026
This case highlights how recurrent surgical presentations related to substance-associated compulsive behavior can outpace sustained, longitudinal behavioral intervention, particularly when psychiatric and addiction care are not integrated early.
