Mental Health and Murder in Court | Chattanooga News

A psychologist testifying in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial argues she was legally insane at the time of her children’s deaths, citing severe bipolar disorder and postpartum psychosis that erased her understanding of right and wrong. Despite still managing daily tasks, she reportedly felt her brain was damaged and wanted to die — symptoms the defense says prove she couldn’t control her actions. Prosecutors push back, pointing to her awareness of birthdays and a failed suicide attempt as evidence of intent, while the jury must decide whether she’s criminally responsible — with life in prison or psychiatric commitment on the line. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e1de338f06f1db80