Gypsy Rose Blanchard, Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, and the Shocking Murder

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In a case that captivated the nation, Gypsy Rose Blanchard, 32, was granted parole in 2023 after serving eight years for her role in the murder of her mother, Claudine “Dee Dee” Blanchard. The shocking case features details of the rare psychological phenomenon known as Munchausen syndrome by proxy. 

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Gypsy Rose cannot have any contact with her ex-boyfriend and co-conspirator, Nicholas “Nick” Godejohn. He remains in prison where he is serving a life sentence for the murder. 

In 2022, while still in prison Gypsy married Ryan Scott Anderson, a Louisiana special education teacher. Anderson began a 2-year email correspondence with her that resulted in their marriage.  

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Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy

During Gypsy’s trial, it was emphasized that she was a victim of Munchausen syndrome by proxy. This rare mental health disorder involves a caregiver, usually a parent, fabricating or causing illness in another to gain attention or sympathy.