Battle of the Experts: Dietz vs. Resnick on the Insanity of Andrea Yates
The battle of the experts highlighted the complex relationship between mental health and the law, especially as it relates to insanity.
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Insanity and Postpartum Psychosis: Women Who Kill Their Children
Postpartum psychosis has the potential to lead a mother to commit unthinkable acts, including killing her own child.
What is Malingering?
Malingering is the act of intentionally faking or exaggerating symptoms of a physical or mental disorder in order to gain some external...
What is Psychosis?
Psychosis is a mental health condition characterized by a disconnection from reality. It can cause symptoms such as delusions,...
Who Were the Mad Doctors?
In this article, we will discuss the history of the mad doctors and their important role in establishing the insanity defense as we know it
What is Schizophrenia?
Did you know that about 1 in 200 people in the United States will be diagnosed with schizophrenia during their lifetime? This mental...
Primary and Secondary Psychopathy
What is the difference between primary and secondary psychopathy? Explore the science behind psychopathy and its characteristics.
What is Corporate Psychopathy & How Do We Measure It?
What is corporate psychopathy and how is it measured? We explore research on the B-Scan 360 and aspects of corporate psychopathy.
Why is Bipolar Disorder Overdiagnosed?
Bipolar disorder is misdiagnosed for many reasons: financial benefit, clinician inexperience, insufficient resources, favored diagnoses, and
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