Psychological Autopsies Are Typically Used in Cases Involving

question 9

Multiple Choice

Psychological autopsies are typically used in cases involving:

• A) serial murder.
• B) equivocal death.
• C) mass murder.
• D) unequivocal death.

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Definitions:

Dissociative Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.

Fugue State

A rare psychological state involving loss of personal identity and travel or wandering, often with the establishment of a new identity.

Emotionally Volatile

Refers to individuals who experience intense emotions that can change rapidly and unpredictably, often affecting their behaviors and relationships.

Borderline Personality

A mental health disorder characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships, often resulting in significant emotional suffering.