Munchausen by Internet: The Lying Disease that Preys on the Heart - Page 4
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Jan 31 by BrandonLPNQuote from dirtyhippiegirlI agree. Curiosity is killing my cat here.So...what happened? Any friendly person want to explain to those of us who are totally confused? - Admin
Jan 31 by traumaRUsFantastic article Tn - thanks. As to why this is such a popular topic at AN - any large website with many members will occas have someone who comes with a very sad story, is charismatic and instantly draws other posters in to their story. However, that said, when it is finally revealed that the poster is not what they appear to be, feelings can get hurt. And....what better target for these Munchausen by Internet posters then compassionate nurses?aknottedyarn and tnbutterfly like this. -
Jan 31 by netglowQuote from BrandonLPNEverything about that is now deleted, I believe. And it's just too large to recount.I agree. Curiosity is killing my cat here.
All I'll say is there were probably two issues, one that brought empathy from a few posters that I originally had not been aware of, and then another very recent issue that doubled down and was a *terminal* issue as Leslie has said, posted where the heart of allnurses resides IMHO.
Interestingly, several of this group, me included, just happen to share experience in a certain specialty. The poster probably figured that out too and chose "us".
This poster was not a new member, and had posted many postings typical of any allnurses members on the main forum. - Jan 31 by BrandonLPNPseudologia fantastica (pathological lying) seems to be closely related to Munchausen's.
There's a resident in the LTC facility where I work who is a classic pathological liar. He was best friends with Gerald R Ford. He grew up next door to the current governor. He can't drink water (only juice or pop) because of being water tortured by the Viet Cong. He'll be watching TV in the dinning room and suddenly say he knows some random actress on a commercial. And he always has some long, elaborate story about how he knows them. It's never anyone really famous, as that would stretch credibility too far. He's a very good liar.
I'm consistently amazed by how many of the CNAs believe his stories. I try to tell them he's full of it, but he's good at making his stories so detailed, and *just* believable enough....anotherone likes this. -
Jan 31 by CYoungLPNQuote from netglowWas it that one person that died on here? I remember seeing something about one of the members dying like maybe a year or 2 ago it was like kinda all over the site...is that who y'all are talkin about? I can't for the life of me remember the name but if I see it I know I will recognize it
Everything about that is now deleted, I believe. And it's just too large to recount.
All I'll say is there were probably two issues, one that brought empathy from a few posters that I originally had not been aware of, and then another very recent issue that doubled down and was a *terminal* issue as Leslie has said, posted where the heart of allnurses resides IMHO.
Interestingly, several of this group, me included, just happen to share experience in a certain specialty. The poster probably figured that out too and chose "us".
This poster was not a new member, and had posted many postings typical of any allnurses members on the main forum.
If not Im sorry I don't wanna be disrespectful to any member that did actually pass awayanotherone likes this. - Asst. Admin
Jan 31 by JustBeachyNurseQuote from CYoungLPNI think you are referring to DayToNite, she did in fact pass away a few years ago, many of her helpful posts, threads, brain sheets and tips for student nurses are still actively shared on the forums today. No this is not about her.
Was it that one person that died on here? I remember seeing something about one of the members dying like maybe a year or 2 ago it was like kinda all over the site...is that who y'all are talkin about? I can't for the life of me remember the name but if I see it I know I will recognize it
If not Im sorry I don't wanna be disrespectful to any member that did actually pass away - Jan 31 by MulanThis person, if the same one, has moved to another nursing site, and has apparently introduced himself to the community as an NP, no longer just an RN.
I never saw any posting here about cancer, guess I missed that.
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Jan 31 by tewdlesI have worked with a number of Munchausen by Proxy patients in the PICU. They were always very sad and not easy to diagnose. We actually had to have a camera installed in one of our private rooms so that we could document the mother's interaction with the poor child. - Admin
Jan 31 by tnbutterflyThe main reason I wrote this article was to inform the members that this disorder exists and that we, as a nursing site are vulnerable. As nurses, not only are we interested and knowledgeable about medical conditions, we are a very compassionate and trusting group. People look to nurses as a safe harbor where they can unload their burdens and get support and encouragement. It only makes sense that this is the type of environment where people who are seeking attention would turn to. Hopefully the information provided in this article will give you the tools you need to continue to enjoy the site with a little more caution.
Yes, there was a recent incident, but we do not need to focus on one case. I am sure there are many other instances that have gone undetected. You do not have to look far on the internet to read about online support groups, chat room, blogs, etc. that have been deeply affected by this disease.
I do care about folks who go to so much effort in search of attention. They do need care. But when their lying comes at the expense of preying on the emotions of others, then a line has been crossed. Our members are subjected to enough real-life miseries, tragedies, and woes in their jobs and personal lives.
As a nurse, and as a Christian, I care about all people.
