Citation

Mugavin M. J. Forensic Nurs. 2008; 4(2): 68-79.

Affiliation

University of New Mexico, Health Sciences Center, College of Nursing, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2008, International Association of Forensic Nurses, Publisher John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1111/j.1939-3938.2008.00012.x

PMID

18522605

Abstract

The maternal filicide theoretical framework (MFTF) was developed to enrich the understanding of how traumatic experiences during formative years can affect a woman's relationship with her own child. Exposure to a known set of vulnerabilities can foster triggers that predispose a woman to respond impulsively and violently toward her child. Comprehensive assessment of vulnerable families is essential for the prevention of fatal and nonfatal abuse. The MFTF may be applied to both crimes.

Language: en