Capgras syndrome and dangerousness

Bull Am Acad Psychiatry Law. 1989;17(1):5-14.

Abstract

This article discusses Capgras syndrome and its association with harmful and potentially harmful behaviors. Phenomenological and psychodynamic analysis of a series of cases will highlight danger signals that may be present in Capgras patients.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anger
  • Capgras Syndrome / psychology*
  • Commitment of Mentally Ill
  • Dangerous Behavior*
  • Defense Mechanisms
  • Delusions / psychology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Insanity Defense
  • Male
  • Psychotic Disorders / psychology*
  • Violence*