{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"It’s All Your Fault: High Conflict People","title":"Navigating Concerns of Factitious Disorder: When High Conflict Distorts Perceptions","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1460,"description":"Navigating Factitious Disorder and Child Custody Disputes\nIn this informative episode, Bill and Megan explore the complicated intersection of factitious disorder, child custody disputes, and high conflict personalities.\nBill and Megan start by explaining what factitious disorder is, how it manifests, and its implications in child custody cases. They share insights from their experience in family law and high conflict disputes.\nKey topics covered include:\nThe shift in terminology from Munchausen syndrome to factitious disorder and what this change signifies\nPrevalence data showing these disorders are rare but have severe impacts when present\nHow factitious disorders often involve misperceptions and disagreements about a child's health/medical needs\nThe role of personality disorders and their distorted perceptions in driving conflict\nStrategies for navigating these disputes like seeking multiple professional opinions and getting courts involve\nHow to appropriately communicate concerns to healthcare providers without biasing their perspective\nThe risks of improperly questioning or influencing children directly\nQuestions we answer in this episode:\nWhat is factitious disorder and how is it relevant in child custody cases?\nWhat tips can help address concerns about a child's health in a constructive manner?\nHow do personality disorders relate to conflict around children's health?\nWhen is it appropriate to involve the legal system in disputes about a child's care?\nWhat are the risks of discussing health concerns directly with your child?\nKey Takeaways:\nFactitious disorders are rare but can severely impact child custody cases when present\nSeeking multiple professional opinions can help determine if concerns are valid\nPersonality disorders often involve distorted perceptions driving conflict\nLegal interventions may be needed to protect children from excessive medical testing\nNever interrogate or influence children directly about suspected disorders\nThis practical episode...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/mMyRt1KE9ifhcy6s5OCZZIHSa3HFTTLMyzXMa0kp8z4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzMzMTkxLzE2NjA0/MTU5MjAtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}