Table 5.
Risk factors for maternal filicide based on the Hatters-Friedman, et al., 18 study population
| Population/Characteristics | General | Psychiatric | Correctional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychiatric history— suicidality, depression, psychosis | X | X | X |
| Social isolation | X | X | |
| Unemployed | X | X | |
| Personal history of abuse | X | X | |
| History of substance use | X | ||
| Married | X | ||
| Unmarried | X | ||
| Indigent | X | ||
| Limited education | X |