Societal constructions of the psycho-legal notion of mental impairment in Victoria
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01/01/2006
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This thesis explored the factors relevant to decision-making when the defence of mental impairment is raised in Victoria. Findings indicate that disorder type, crime outcome, and the relationship between victim and offender were significantly associated with verdict decisions, while offender gender did not play a significant role in responsibility decisions. The portfolio discusses the role of co-morbid psychopathology in the assessment and treatment of veterans with chronic PTSD by presenting four case histories. |
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eng |
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Deakin University, Faculty of Health, Medicine, Nursing and Behavioural Sciences, School of Psychology |
Palavras-Chave | #Forensic psychiatry - Victoria #Extenuating circumstances - Victoria #Mentally ill offenders #Post-traumatic stress disorder - Case studies #Veterans - Mental health - Case studies - Australia |
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