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Symptomatic Deception Syndrome: Feigning Illness to Conceal Misconduct While Experiencing Genuine Symptoms

This concept describes a psychological pattern where individuals, in an attempt to avoid consequences for their wrongdoing, pretend to be ill—yet in the process, they begin to physically feel real symptoms. The self-imposed belief in their own sickness reinforces bodily sensations, blurring the line between deception and genuine distress.

Key Traits:

1. Illness as a Cover-Up: Using feigned sickness to divert attention from misbehavior.

2. Psychosomatic Manifestation: Developing real physical symptoms despite the initial intent to fake them.

3. Emotional Reinforcement: Convincing oneself of the illness over time to maintain the deception.

4. Avoidance of Responsibility: Using perceived sickness as an excuse to escape accountability.

DSM-5 Perspective:

This behavior may align with traits of:

Factitious Disorder Traits: Fabricating or exaggerating illness while partially believing in it.

Cognitive Distortions (Self-Induced Conviction Bias): Subconsciously accepting one’s own falsehood as reality.

Psychosomatic Symptom Amplification: Developing real discomfort due to emotional reinforcement.

Avoidant Personality Traits: Using illness as a defense mechanism against consequences.

Psychosocial Impact:

Difficulty distinguishing between real and psychosomatic symptoms.

Strained relationships due to manipulation and distrust.

Increased likelihood of long-term stress-related health issues.

Note: This concept is not a clinical diagnosis. For personalized support, consult a licensed mental health professional.

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