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Munchausen / Proxy / FII

Fabricated or induced illness (FII) assessments evaluate parental behaviour where illness in the child is fabricated or induced. They assist the court in determining risk and safeguarding needs.

Overview

When this report is required

  • In care proceedings where local authority alleges FII or medical child abuse
  • Where unexplained or excessive medical presentations raise concerns about parental fabrication
  • In cases requiring psychological assessment of the alleged perpetrator
  • During fact-finding hearings or final welfare determinations

What the expert assesses

  • Factitious disorder imposed other
  • Medical abuse definition FII
  • Medication administration abuse
  • Psychopathology FII perpetrator
  • Impact on child wellbeing

Report specification

Element Detail
Assessment Setting Clinic, Remote
Court Acceptance Family Court
Compliance CPR Part 35, FPR Part 25
CPR Part 35 Compliant Digital Delivery Urgent Instructions

Specialist expertise

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist Clinical Psychologist Forensic Psychiatry
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.