Theorising the puzzle that is Harold Shipman.

Soothill, K. L. and Wilson, D. (2005) Theorising the puzzle that is Harold Shipman. Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology, 16 (4). pp. 685-698. ISSN 1478-9949

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Abstract

Despite a lengthy inquiry, why the serial killer, Harold Shipman, committed his crimes remains a puzzle. However, the issue still needs to be confronted. This article tries to move beyond the usual individualistic explanations of serial killing towards a wider analysis that embraces a more structural approach whereby we can begin to understand the meaning of serial killing at a societal level. Sadly, we argue that the actions of serial killers can be used to identify social breakdowns.

Item Type:
Journal Article
Journal or Publication Title:
Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology
Additional Information:
RAE_import_type : Journal article RAE_uoa_type : Social Work and Social Policy & Administration
Uncontrolled Keywords:
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Subjects:
?? SERIAL KILLINGSTRUCTURAL EXPLANATIONSHOMICIDAL PROTESTHAROLD SHIPMANGENERAL PRACTICEDAME JANET SMITHPATRIARCHYELDERLY PEOPLECLINICAL PSYCHOLOGYPSYCHIATRY AND MENTAL HEALTHHM SOCIOLOGY ??
ID Code:
3420
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Deposited On:
14 Mar 2008 21:26
Refereed?:
Yes
Published?:
Published
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18 Sep 2023 00:17