Trial of Lindsay Clancy *MISTRIAL*

Is anyone watching the Lindsay Clancy trial?

I am watching the Lindsay Clancy trial unfold, and this is easily one of the most difficult cases I have witnessed. Three children died and now the jury must decide if their mother was criminally responsible for their deaths.

The prosecution is arguing that her actions were premeditated and that she knew exactly what she was doing. The defense is arguing that her mental state impaired her ability to know or control her actions. There is still a lot of evidence to be presented, specifically the medical evidence, so I am trying hard not to make my mind up until it is all presented.

What I have noticed is how challenging it must be to determine actual mental illness versus a made-up legal defense. On the other hand, I do not want to focus so much on her state that we forget about the victims. They were the children who were killed.

What do you think of the evidence that has been presented so far?

 

[Guess Who]

Once again, proving ONE juror can make or break the verdict.

 

[Guess Who]

This wasn't made perfectly clear already? Or is someone dense?

 

[SheWhoMustNotBeNamed]

This CAN happen, but the jury would have to start deliberations over from the beginning.

 

[Guess Who]

 

[Paradise]

Jury sent note that they are still deadlocked. Judge declares a mistrial!

 

[Paradise]

Reddington just fought for a stay. Wants to file a stay to the Massachusetts Supreme Court. Mistrial now on hold for 1 hour.

 

[RoundPeg]

I'm about to puke.

 

[Guess Who]

 

[Paradise]

The matter has been heard by the Supreme Judicial Court and the justice is taking the matter under advisement and will issue a decision. Waiting…

 

[SheWhoMustNotBeNamed]

 

[SheWhoMustNotBeNamed]

 

[Kimster]

Excuse my ignorant question (I didn't follow the trial), but was Clancy's defense that she was hormonal with post-partum depression, given too much medication, or both?

 

[Paradise]

Mistrial Confirmed. Judge will call jury in.

 

[Paradise]

Excuse my ignorant question (I didn't follow the trial), but was Clancy's defense that she was hormonal with post-partum depression, given too much medication, or both?

Post-partum drepression and Inadequate treatment and overmedication

 

[Guess Who]

Post-partum drepression and Inadequate treatment and overmedication

Not that she was arguing this but I will add an indifferent, dismissive husband to AN argument.

 

[SheWhoMustNotBeNamed]

Not “just” PP Depression. PP Psychosis.

 

[Kimster]

Well, I guess I don't agree with her defense because men could blame their testosterone levels were elevated when they murder women. AND, since I live in Oregon where using drugs is not illegal, people can say they mixed this and that and it caused them to murder.

Seems like a very slippery slope, if you ask me.

 

[SheWhoMustNotBeNamed]

 

[SheWhoMustNotBeNamed]

 

[Kimster]

Not “just” PP Depression. PP Psychosis.

Ah, okay. Just looked that up. Never heard of it before.

Postpartum psychosis is a rare, severe mental health emergency that causes a sudden loss of touch with reality in the days or weeks after childbirth. [1, 2]


Key Symptoms

• Hallucinations: Hearing, seeing, or feeling things that are not real.
• Delusions: Strong false beliefs that have no basis in reality, often centering on the newborn.
• Extreme Mood Swings: Rapid shifts between severe depression and high, manic energy.
• Confusion and Insomnia: Severe trouble sleeping, intense restlessness, and deep disorientation. [3, 4, 5, 6]

Causes and Risk Factors

• Hormonal Shifts: Rapid, drastic hormone and immune changes after birth.
• Sleep Deprivation: Severe lack of sleep that worsens vulnerability.
• History: A personal or family history of bipolar disorder or previous postpartum psychosis. [5, 7]

Treatment and Safety
Postpartum psychosis is a medical emergency that requires immediate psychiatric hospitalization. Because it carries a high risk of self-harm or harm to the child, urgent professional care is vital. With prompt and proper medical treatment, full recovery is possible. [1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9]
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency services right away. You can learn more about emergency signs and support services through the Cleveland Clinic Guide on Postpartum Psychosis. [8]
If you are looking for specific support or want to know more, let me know if you need crisis hotline numbers, treatment options, or signs to watch for in a loved one.
AI responses may include mistakes.
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M3XZxPWHk8
[2] https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/mental-illnesses-and-mental-health-problems/postpartum-psychosis
[3] https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/post-partum-psychosis/
[4] https://www.youtube.com/shorts/L9ckFoL4jTY
[5] https://www.thewomens.org.au/health-information/pregnancy-and-birth/mental-health-pregnancy/post-partum-psychosis
[6] https://womensmentalhealth.org/specialty-clinics/postpartum-psychiatric-disorders-2/
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXx4aLPCTts
[8] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24152-postpartum-psychosis
[9] https://www.cope.org.au/new-parents/postnatal-mental-health-conditions/postpartum-psychosis