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Podcast: Mighty MERP
Episode: The Christmas Day Shooting and Intimate Partner Violence
Description: Mighty MERP returns with a discussion about intimate partner violence and traumatic stress. ⚖️
In this episode of the Mighty MERP podcast, Dr. Dawn Hughes, a clinical and forensic psychologist, discusses her career path and expertise in intimate partner violence and trauma.
The conversation delves into the complexities of forensic psychology, particularly in legal cases involving domestic violence.
Dr. Hughes shares insights from a specific case involving a woman charged with murder after shooting her husband on Christmas Day, exploring the nuances of self-defense and the psychological factors at play.
The episode emphasizes the impo...