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Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology 17(2):p 135-138, January – June 2024. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijfmp.0974.3383.17224.11
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Psychological Autopsy: A case report unraveling the complex factors surrounding a sudden Death
Satrajit Roy, Surankita Sukul, Chandan Bandyopadhyay, Biswajit Sukul
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Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology 17(2):p 135-138, January – June 2024. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijfmp.0974.3383.17224.11
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Roy S, Sukul S, Bandyopadhyay C, et al. Psychological Autopsy: A case report unraveling the Complex factors surrounding a sudden Death. Indian J Forensic Med Pathol. 2024;17(2):135-138.Timeline
Received : September 13, 2023
Accepted : June 20, 2024
Published : June 30, 2024
Abstract
The psychological autopsy aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the psychological, emotional, and behavioural history of the deceased before death, shedding light on potential factors contributing to the untimely demise. This case report delves into the application of a psychological autopsy in understanding the circumstances and psychological factors leading to the unnatural death of a 29-year-old male who was found dead under mysterious circumstances. This report examines the methodology involved in conducting a psychological autopsy, emphasizing the importance of gathering information from various sources, including medical records, interviews with family and friends, and exploration of the individual’s past mental health issues, stressors, and life events, which helped in shedding light as to the manner of death and guiding the forensic pathologist to send for the necessary ancillary biochemical investigations.
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Roy S, Sukul S, Bandyopadhyay C, et al. Psychological Autopsy: A case report unraveling the Complex factors surrounding a sudden Death. Indian J Forensic Med Pathol. 2024;17(2):135-138.
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| September 13, 2023 | June 20, 2024 | June 30, 2024 |
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijfmp.0974.3383.17224.11
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