Psychological Trauma
/ˌsaɪ.kəˈlɒdʒɪ.kəl ˈtrɔː.mə/
Definitions
- (n.) Mental or emotional injury resulting from exposure to a traumatic event, often relevant in claims for damages or disability benefits.
The plaintiff sought compensation for psychological trauma caused by the accident.
- (n.) Condition recognized in legal settings where mental harm affects a person's capacity or wellbeing, potentially influencing custody or criminal responsibility assessments.
The court considered the defendant's psychological trauma in mitigation of sentence.
Forms
- psychological trauma
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Commentary
Psychological trauma in legal contexts often requires expert testimony and clear causal linkage to the event in question, especially in tort and criminal law.
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