| Characteristics of low IQ arsonists at psychiatric assessment. | |
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PMID: 18754207 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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We conducted a retrospective study of arsonists referred for psychiatric assessment and found that 88/202 (43.6%) had an IQ of 85 or below. The low IQ group showed more evidence of childhood temperamental disturbance, and a later pattern of internal problems rather than external factors expressing themselves as fire-setting. This study highlights the likelihood of lifelong, temperamental problems being apparent in childhood, and being predictive and possibly causative of fire setting in people with a low IQ. Better understanding of the distinct characteristics of lower IQ arsonists is essential for improved prevention, treatment and management. |
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Authors:
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Geoff Dickens; Philip Sugarman; Farooq Ahmad; Simon Edgar; Kristina Hofberg; Sidharta Tewari |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Medicine, science, and the law Volume: 48 ISSN: 0025-8024 ISO Abbreviation: Med Sci Law Publication Date: 2008 Jul |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2008-08-29 Completed Date: 2008-10-21 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0400721 Medline TA: Med Sci Law Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 217-20 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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St Andrew's Healthcare, St Andrew's Hospital, Billing Road, Northampton, NN1 5DG. gdickens@standrew.co.uk |
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Adult Female Firesetting Behavior / psychology* Humans Intelligence Tests* Male Personality Assessment* Retrospective Studies Temperament |
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