Amputee Identity Disorder Information, Questions, Answers, and Recommendations About Self-Demand Amputation

This study brings recognition to and broadens the scope of understanding that surrounds the syndrome of self-demand amputation of a healthy limb or digit, know as apotemnophilia. Related literature on scarring, self-mutilation, transgendered surgery, and Internet support systems is reviewed. An etiology of this syndrome is examined through the writings of Freud and Jung. Case studies illustrating the existence of this syndrome are presented, along with 28 frequently asked questions, with answers, about apotemnophilia. Recommendations are given, along with a suggested differential diagnosis. Book jacket.Furth, Gregg M. is the author of 'Amputee Identity Disorder Information, Questions, Answers, and Recommendations About Self-Demand Amputation' with ISBN 9781588203908 and ISBN 1588203905.