Munchausen by proxy is a rare mental disorder and can become a serious form of child abuse. Recently, the condition has gotten increased attention due to its connection to a major news story. Gypsy ...

(NEW YORK) — The much-publicized case of Gypsy Blanchard may be the first introduction many people have to the concept of Munchausen by proxy. It’s a fascinating syndrome – and one that comes attached ...

Munchausen by proxy is a mental illness characterized by a caretaker who makes someone sick on purpose. Also known as factitious disorder imposed on another, it's most common in women with young ...

SHE was described as a “normal, everyday, next-door neighbour mum” – but behind closed doors Hope Ybarra was committing ...

Gypsy Rose Blanchard was granted parole in September after serving eight years for her role in the murder of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard Janine Rubenstein is Editor-at-Large at PEOPLE and host of ...

Munchausen syndrome by proxy is a form of child abuse where a parent or carer fabricates symptoms of illness in a child. It is also known as fabricated or induced illness (FII), per the UK's National ...

Gypsy Rose Blanchard is opening up about her abusive childhood since her recent release from prison, after serving a seven-year sentence for the murder of her mother, Clauddine Blanchard. The recently ...

People — and especially parents — can't stop talking about the Netflix documentary, “Unknown Number: The High School Catfish, ...

Here’s a chance for you to play armchair psychologist. What do you think is wrong with this mother? She is the primary caretaker of her child, whom she says has a myriad of confusing and alarming ...

I've met many network admins that consistently refer to their network -- or at least the portions under their control -- as if it was their only child. This really isn't much of a stretch, since ...