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Question: Although this is somewhat a continuation of Chapter 15 topic of adoption, it also raises new concerns addressed in Chapter 16. As if child custody were not complicated enough, new medical advances have in some cases made this heart-wrenching process even more complicated. For this assignment, you will read The Case of Baby Boy Janikova, who is more famously known as "Baby Richard," and discuss the main standard the court used in awarding child custody. Instructions Review the Baby Boy Janikova case in your readings. In a new discussion post, answer the following questions: What was the main standard the court used in awarding child custody in this case? What does "the best interest" of the child mean? What do you think the best interest of Baby Richard was? Provide the rationale for your opinion. How might the best interest of the child change over the course of litigation, especially if the litigation lasts for years? What does this case say about the "best interest of the child" standard? Do you agree with the judge's opinion? Why or why not?