Damseling

Damseling, is a shorthand version of 'damsel in distress' and refers to women who project real or often feigned distress, cry for help and play the victim. White knights then step up to defend the woman.

Further reading

Damseling and the child archetype at gynocentrism.com
The Near-Irresistible Lure of Damseling by Janice Fiamengo