Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another Is Often Characterised by

question 64

Multiple Choice

Factitious disorder imposed on another is often characterised by

• A)deliberate actions directed toward making a child sick.
• B)a parent denying that a child has symptoms that have, in fact, been observed.
• C)a parent developing the same symptoms that their child has.
• D)convincing a child to lie to a doctor about factitious symptoms.

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Definitions:

Seizures

Sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain that can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings, and levels of consciousness.

Parkinson's Disease

A progressive neurological disorder marked by tremors, muscular rigidity, and slow, imprecise movement, mainly affecting middle-aged and elderly people.

Undersupply

A situation where the availability of a particular resource is insufficient to meet the demand for it, leading to shortages.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter associated with pleasure, movement, and motivation, significantly involved in the brain's reward system.