@article{ref1,
title="Maternal filicide theoretical framework",
journal="Journal of forensic nursing",
year="2008",
author="Mugavin, Marie",
volume="4",
number="2",
pages="68-79",
abstract="The maternal filicide theoretical framework (MFTF) was developed to enrich the understanding of how traumatic experiences during formative years can affect a woman's relationship with her own child. Exposure to a known set of vulnerabilities can foster triggers that predispose a woman to respond impulsively and violently toward her child. Comprehensive assessment of vulnerable families is essential for the prevention of fatal and nonfatal abuse. The MFTF may be applied to both crimes.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1556-3693",
doi="10.1111/j.1939-3938.2008.00012.x",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1939-3938.2008.00012.x"
}