| A condition that involves a strong, lasting wish to be disabled, such as losing a major limb or becoming blind, often starting in early adolescence. This condition causes distress or feelings of inappropriateness about being able-bodied. It can lead to negative effects like spending much time pretending to be disabled, which interferes with work, hobbies, or social life (for instance, avoiding relationships to maintain the pretense) or even taking dangerous actions to become disabled, risking health or life. |
