Problem
People are fascinated by Factitious Disorder and Factitious Disorder by Proxy. With Factitious Disorder, there can be empathy in understanding that the client is attempting to cope with emotional or psychological distress, even on an unconscious level, and that the sufferer needs help. When it comes to Factious Disorder Inflicted on Another, mental illness has crossed the line to committing a crime and harming another.
Research and answer about Factitious Disorder, its etiology (causes), and treatment. Be sure to address:
a) The difficulties in making this diagnosis.
b) The difficulties faced in treatment.
c) How to detect when Factitious Disorder is inflicted on another.