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Conducting the Psychological Autopsy in Correctional Settings

Mental Health Services for the Florida Department of Corrections

The demand characteristics associated with the unique population and environment of the correctional setting dictate a distinctive approach to conducting the psychological autopsy. A review of the professional literature indicated there were no comprehensive guidelines or report formats developed for constructing the psychological autopsy in prison settings. This article proposes specific guidelines, content designations, and a structured report format to standardize the methodology for conducting the psychological autopsy. It also provides an overview of the evolution of the psychological autopsy as an investigative and forensic technique. Practical applications of the psychological autopsy in correctional settings are discussed within the context of clinical risk management programs. A conceptual model for evaluating the impact of identified risk factors on the decedent's decision-making process is proposed.

Journal of Correctional Health Care, Vol. 7, No. 1, 5-36 (2000)
DOI: 10.1177/107834580000700101


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