Mama/M.A.M.A.

The film "Mama/M.A.M.A." (2003) is a thought-provoking investigation into Munchausen's Syndrome by Proxy, a psychological disorder where a mother harms her child to gain sympathy and medical attention. The documentary follows the struggles of three families who are falsely accused of this condition, exploring both sides of the diagnosis. Accused mothers Misty Jones, Jane Alexander, and Julie Patrick share their stories, while investigative reporter Brian Morgan examines the scientific research surrounding Munchausen's Syndrome.