Reflections on the care delivered in a suspected case of infanticide
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https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692007000400027Keywords:
infanticide, domestic violence, depression, postpartum, infant mortalityAbstract
This study resulted from the experience of supervising a suspected infanticide case hospitalized at a psychiatric ward. We aimed to find support in scientific literature about infanticide, point out an interdisciplinary health team's affliction and uncertainties when faced with this kind of case and suggest strategies for dealing with these feelings and their possible consequences in dealing with this case. Professionals involved in this case observed their discomfort about the situation and difficulties caused by feelings of guilt about the child's death, whether intentional or not. Specialists suggests that the relation between psychiatry and the law should be facilitated by demedicalizing the crime, including socioeconomic factors, comorbidities, domestic violence, cultural norms etc. The team must try and learn from these mothers, overcoming their anger or repulsion with compassion and courage to understand infanticide.Downloads
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2007-08-01
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Reflections on the care delivered in a suspected case of infanticide. (2007). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 15(4), 692-698. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692007000400027