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Psychiatric Injury
A psychiatric injury assessment expert evaluation identifies psychological harm arising from medical malpractice. These reports differentiate between a “normal” emotional reaction to a medical error and a clinically diagnosable psychiatric disorder, such as PTSD or Major Depression, specifically caused by the negligent event.
Overview
When this report is required
- To establish a formal diagnosis of psychiatric harm following a traumatic medical experience
- To prove causation between a specific medical breach and a subsequent mental health decline
- To differentiate between pre-existing mental health conditions and new negligence-induced trauma
- To provide evidence of secondary victim claims where family members witness medical trauma
What the expert assesses
- Diagnostic Criteria (DSM-5/ICD-11)
- Functional Impairment
- Causation and Attributability
- Pre-existing Vulnerability
- Treatment and Prognosis
Report specification
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment Setting | Clinic, Remote |
| Court Acceptance | County Court, High Court |
| Compliance | CPR Part 35 |
CPR Part 35 Compliant
Digital Delivery
Urgent Instructions
Specialist expertise
Consultant Psychiatrists
Clinical Psychologists
Trauma Specialists
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on
its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will
review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.