The Deceptive Nature of Malingering

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Malingering is neither a medical or psychological condition, nor is it a symptom of a condition. It is a behaviour aimed at manipulating others. It is the intentional exaggeration of, or pretending to have physical or psychological symptoms for a specific purpose or gain.

This video looks at the different kinds of malingering, how it differs from factitious disorder, the motivations behind it and the impact it can have on those who genuinely suffer and struggle.

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