So he is aware that he is not ill, and that the medication he is taking is just multi- vitamins. But when he argues with the doctor that he is serious unwell, that is what confuses me, does he actually believe he is ill at that point.
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That's difficult to answer. Yes, he knows he is not really ill, but Factitious Disorder (FD) is a very serious mental condition. To give a not very good analogy - it's like someone being depressed; they know they are depressed but they can't just snap out of it. There are many possible underlying causes for FD (trauma, need for attention and depression amongst them) and you probably need to get at the cause before being able to treat the condition itself.
was surprised to see billy and paul on good terms
This whole absurd standing for Council nonsense is going to drive me potty!
Is Max cured now or is he still taking medication?
emma forgave quickly