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Hidden violence: Family members as the main victims of homicides linked to mental disorders

In recent decades, the social and legal perception of people with mental disorders who commit crimes has changed. Initially, people with mental disorders were considered dangerous. However, since the late 20th century, the paradigm has shifted at both social and legal levels, with people experiencing mental disorders often considered victims themselves, despite having committed intentional crimes.

Hidden violence: Family members as the main victims of homicides linked to mental disorders

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