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Somatic Symptom & Related DSM-5 300.19 / ICD-11 6D50-6D51

Factitious Disorder (Munchausen Syndrome)

Falsification of physical or psychological signs or induction of injury or disease in oneself or another (by proxy), associated with identified deception for medical care.

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Diagnostic Code DSM-5 300.19 / ICD-11 6D50-6D51
Clinical Category Somatic Symptom & Related
Recommended Modalities Psychodynamic, Collaborative Clinical Care
Medicare Rebates $141.85 / session with MHTP
Practice Location Albion Park & Telehealth

Diagnostic Formulation

DSM-5 300.19 / ICD-11 6D50-6D51

Falsification of physical or psychological signs or induction of injury or disease in oneself or another (by proxy), associated with identified deception for medical care.

Core Clinical Symptoms & Presentations

Fabrication or self-infliction of symptoms
Eagerness for invasive surgeries
Deception without clear external incentives

Evidence-Based Psychological Interventions

Careful non-confrontational psychotherapy
Care team coordination
Treating underlying personality/attachment trauma

Neurodiversity & ADHD Overlap Lenses

Prefrontal Cortex Scaffolding & Dopaminergic Nuances

Complex attachment trauma and chronic invalidation history.

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Consult with registered psychologist Sky Maree Steele to develop a tailored formulation and neuro-affirming treatment plan.

Standard Consultation: $260.00
Medicare Rebate (Item 80010): $141.85
Out-of-Pocket Gap: $118.15
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