| Scientific thought and the boundary of insanity and criminal responsibility. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 6992181 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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The insanity defence is considered in terms of the operation of incommensurable scientific and legal discourses, a dualism which in turn is held to reflect individualist values. This analysis is used to explain both the recurring nature of medico-legal controversy and the historical results of the defence in Victorian England. |
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Authors:
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R Smith |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Case Reports; Historical Article; Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Psychological medicine Volume: 10 ISSN: 0033-2917 ISO Abbreviation: Psychol Med Publication Date: 1980 Feb |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1980-08-25 Completed Date: 1980-08-25 Revised Date: 2004-11-17 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 1254142 Medline TA: Psychol Med Country: ENGLAND |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 15-23 Citation Subset: IM; Q |
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Criminal Psychology* England Female Forensic Psychiatry / history* History, 19th Century Humans Insanity Defense Male Mental Disorders / psychology* |
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