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[Infanticide committed by the mother]

J D Marleau1, R Roy, L Laporte

  • 1Faculte de médecine, Université de Montréal, Québec.

Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
|April 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Mothers who kill or attempt to kill their children often have a history of psychiatric illness and come from disadvantaged backgrounds. These filicide acts are frequently linked to severe personality disorders and depressive episodes, sometimes resembling extended suicide.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychiatry
  • Criminology
  • Psychology

Context:

  • Study conducted at Institut Philippe Pinel, Montréal.
  • Analyzed a sample of 17 women involved in filicide offenses (14 killed, 3 attempted).
  • Filicide is a critical area within forensic mental health.

Purpose:

  • To describe the sociodemographic and psychiatric profile of women committing filicide.
  • To analyze the characteristics and methods used in filicide offenses.
  • To aid in understanding and preventing filicide.

Summary:

  • Women committing filicide often originate from disadvantaged socioeconomic environments.
  • A significant psychiatric history, including evaluation and hospitalization, is common.
  • Offenses typically involve non-weapon methods like strangulation or drowning, often classified as extended suicide or altruistic acts.

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  • Severe personality disorders and depressive episodes are frequently observed in these cases.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the need for increased vigilance among healthcare professionals and the public regarding filicide risk factors.
    • Suggests specific prevention strategies by clarifying the profile of offenders and their motivations.
    • Emphasizes avoiding the trivialization of warning signs such as homicidal thoughts or disorganized behavior.