I saw a case that involved something similar on "Judge Judy."
A woman who was divorced constantly took her 7 year old daughter to various doctors & dentists, who were more than willing to treat her for conditions that didn't exist or didn't require treatment: (For $$$$$$, of course)
Not paying attention in school. Treatment: Ritalin
Anxiety. Treatment: Anti Depressant drugs & frequent psychiatric visits at $400.00/hr
Dental Tartar. Treatment: Frequent professional cleanings & x-rays.
Calcified Teeth. More dental treatment
Doctors & dentists created treatable illnesses by categorizing minor & normal conditions as "illnesses" that required treatment.
She was not only motivated by wanting people to feel sorry for her for having a "sick" daughter, she also was trying to get back at her ex husband by making him pay for half the medical costs she generated - with willing doctors & dentists, of course.
The judge saw through her & threw the book at her! And also said "These doctors & dentists should be ashamed of themselves for participating in something like this."
