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In Two Minds

Stories of Murder, Justice and Recovery from a Forensic Psychiatrist

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In Two Minds

By: Dr Sohom Das
Narrated by: Dr Sohom Das
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Shocking, eye-opening and grimly fascinating, these are the true stories, patients and cases that have characterised a career spent treating mentally disordered offenders.

Listen to the end of the audiobook for an exclusive bonus chapter, written and read by the author.

As a forensic psychiatrist, it's Dr Das' job to treat and rehabilitate what the tabloids might call the 'criminally insane', many of whom assault, rob, rape and even kill. His work takes him to high-security prisons and securely locked hospital wards across the country, as well as inside courtrooms, giving evidence as an expert witness.

From the young woman who smothered her two-year-old nephew in a flash of psychosis, to the teenager who set his house on fire with his mother locked inside, Dr Das must delve into the minds of these violent offenders to elicit their symptoms of mental illness, understand their actions and prevent future atrocities.

In this honest, revealing and at times humorous memoir, Dr Das shares stories from his 15 years as a psychiatric doctor working with this dangerous clientele, detailing some of his most extreme, heart-breaking and bizarre cases - and how he's learned to live with his mistakes when the worse happens.

Compelling, enlightening and candid, if you enjoyed Unnatural Causes, Dark Side of the Mind or The Prison Doctor, you'll love In Two Minds.

©2022 Dr Sohom Das (P)2022 Hachette Audio UK
Law Mental Health Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences Violence in Society Witty Health
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A must read, captivating stories with a touch of humour! Fantastic education of the struggles of mental health both in the acute and forensic setting.

Incredible insight to a world so few of us know.

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What an interesting bunch of stories related by an incredibly interesting man.

I loved the balanced medical/scientific/legal context with stories about the actual people impacted by mental illness. There was also a little impatience, frustration and self reflection on the author’s too, demonstrative of his humanity. Plus humour! It was well placed to balance some of the inevitable sadness.

Please write the next one! I know there’s much more to tell, and I’ve only just begun getting into your YouTube channel. Also so interesting!

Can’t wait for the next one!

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this book was really interesting but also entertaining. loved it. his voice is so well suited to narration that I didn't realise the author read it himself! really good, would recommend to anyone who likes true crime

interesting, well read and educational

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Great listen... I enjoyed the narration by Dr. Das. Sohom showing a down to earth manner and a sense of humour, which was a welcomed approach, along with insights to his private life....nice touch Dr Das! His YouTube channel is also a great watch. I have ADHD and a late in life diagnosis of Autism. As this book was written in 2022, the current view of people with Autism - not make eye contact, is now looked as being over simplified and may not be a definitive marker for Autism. I'd love to hear his thoughts on those thoughts and development.
Sally Clark, the mother found guilty of the deaths of her two babies, but tragically killed herself due to the grief of her babies but being wrongly convicted of their murders, had tragically taken it's toll on her. A failure by the Pathologist carrying out postmortem examinations was responsible for the injustice Sally suffered. It reminded me of Australian woman Kathleen Folbigg, who lost four babies, and was also found guilty of murder. 20 years later was found innocent and the cause of their deaths was found to due to a genetic mutation. Thank you for sharing your experiences Sohom!

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Great listen interesting and informative with the odd bit of humour for good measure. Author is professional and calculated in his approach. Fascinating topic, to me anyway

Great listen interesting and informative with the odd bit of humour

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