Which characteristic describes an individual with Munchausen syndrome by proxy?
A) Psychotic
B) Independent
C) Emotionally needy
D) Limited intelligence and education

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Munchausen syndrome by proxy is a psychological disorder wherein a caregiver fabricates, exaggerates, or induces illness in another person under their care, often to gain attention or sympathy. This behavior is typically driven by an emotional neediness, rather than psychosis, independence, or limited intelligence and education.

Which Characteristic Describes an Individual with Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy