Psychological autopsy: a profile and application of the criminal offender
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Authors
Cox, Michelle L.
Issue Date
2004
Type
Thesis
Language
en
Keywords
Forensic sciences
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Abstract
Though not currently listed as a standard practice for assessing suicidal ideation and self-imposed risk to apprehended criminal offenders, psychological autopsies of living offenders can glean valuable information about the process by which criminal offenders may be more apt to attempt or complete suicide. Though most criminal offenders do not attempt suicide upon apprehension or impending apprehension, employing an initial psychological autopsy can benefit with a dual purpose. Time, money and investigative resources pooled from the various professional arenas in order to bring an offender to justice will not be futile. Additionally, if deemed at risk, then appropriate professionals can aid subsequent prevention measures for the offender.