Prior trauma experiences among state patients charged with murder: A retrospective records review

Background: Trauma experiences, particularly in childhood, have been associated with criminality and mental illness. There is a paucity of research into the crime of murder, trauma and mental illness. Aim: This research study focused on state patients charged with murder and sought to determine ass...

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Main Authors: Ugasvaree Subramaney, Nasiha Minty, Chad M. Himlok, Damilola Adetiba, Hamza Ahmed, Elouise Barnard, Yolanda R. Mahachi, Koketso Selekana, Jenna R. Smith, Samantha Iyaloo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2024-03-01
Series:South African Journal of Psychiatry
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Online Access:https://sajp.org.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/2190