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Medicine, Deception, and Munchausen by Proxy w/ Detective Mike Weber

Feb 12, 2025
01:10:13

In this powerful episode, Rachel welcomes Detective Mike Weber, a dedicated law enforcement professional with 40 years of experience, who now specializes in crimes against children. They discuss the complex and often misunderstood issue of Munchausen by proxy. Detective Weber has investigated over 50 medical child abuse cases, achieving 13 convictions, and is co-author of the upcoming book,The Mother Next Door: Medicine, Deception, and Munchausen by Proxywhich sheds light on the psychological and systemic factors surrounding this form of abuse.

The conversation dives deep into the challenges of identifying and prosecuting cases of medical child abuse, emphasizing the manipulative tactics employed by offenders who often masquerade as caring parents. Detective Weber shares his insights on the importance of proper investigation and the critical role of medical professionals in recognizing signs of abuse.

If you haven't already, please go back and listen to our previous interview with Mike’s co-author, Andrea Dunlop:

https://www.podpage.com/indoctrination/nobody-should-believe-me-wandrea-dunlop/

American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children:https://www.apsac.org

Munchausen Support:

http://www.munchausensupport.com

For more information on Detective Weber's work visit:www.mikeweberconsulting.com

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