DV Murder Charge Raises Uncomfortable Questions About Mental Health The arrest of a 51 year old woman charged with domestic violence murder near Ballina, New South Wales, has highlighted the complex relationship between mental health and crime.
The accused suffers from schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, Asperger's, ADHD, and autism.
Her lawyer, Anthony Stewart, revealed that she had asked to see a doctor while in custody but was told this could not happen until "as early as possible.