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Malingering Psychosis: Guidelines for Assessment and Management.

Authors :
Mason, Anne M.
Cardell, Rebecca
Armstrong, Merry
Source :
Perspectives in Psychiatric Care. Jan2014, Vol. 50 Issue 1, p51-57. 7p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Purpose The purposes of this paper are to (a) identify theoretical underpinnings of malingering, (b) to discuss interview and intervention techniques based on pertinent literature, and (c) to offer an organized mnemonic to help clinicians easily identify possible malingered psychosis presentations. Conclusion Detecting the malingering of psychotic symptoms is a challenging task for Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses. Diagnosing a patient of malingering requires caution on the clinician's part. Practice Implications A thorough understanding of potential signs of malingering vs. genuine psychosis is needed as well as knowledge of legal ramifications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00315990
Volume :
50
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Perspectives in Psychiatric Care
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
93450142
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/ppc.12025