In order to gain attention for themselves, a parent may either fabricate or induce an illness in the child so that medical professionals will have to treat it, known as ____.

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Fabricating or inducing an illness in a child to gain attention is a characteristic behavior of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy. Williams Syndrome, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Angelman Syndrome are all genetic conditions and do not involve intentional harm by a parent.

In Order to Gain Attention for Themselves, a Parent May