What is ‘command hallucination’? Lindsay Clancy’s mental state on day of killings explained by forensic psychiatrist

Lindsay Clancy speaks with her lawyer Kevin Reddington during proceedings in her murder trial, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, U.S., August 20, 2026.     Josh Reynolds/Pool via REUTERS (via REUTERS)

Lindsay Clancy was suffering from a “command hallucination” at the time she killed her children, a forensic psychiatrist told the jury in her trial. The Massachusetts mother is facing three counts of murder in the killings of her children Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and Callan, 8 months. Lindsay Clancy speaks with her lawyer Kevin Reddington … Read more

Who is Dr Phillip Resnick? Psychiatrist who backed Andrea Yates’ insanity defense set to testify for Lindsay Clancy

Dr Phillip Resnick, a forensic psychiatrist who evaluated Andrea Yates, is expected to testify for Lindsay Clancy's defense. (AP Photo/Josh Reynolds)

Dr Phillip Resnick, a forensic psychiatrist who testified in the Andrea Yates case, is expected to be a key defense witness in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial. Dr Phillip Resnick, a forensic psychiatrist who evaluated Andrea Yates, is expected to testify for Lindsay Clancy’s defense. (AP Photo/Josh Reynolds) Who is Dr Phillip Resnick? Phillip J Resnick … Read more

Lindsay Clancy trial: Why psychiatrist Jennifer Tufts is under fire, expertise questioned, ‘Box-checking robot’

Psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Tufts on the witness stand during Lindsay Clancy's murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, U.S., August 10, 2026. Greg Derr/Pool via REUTERS (via REUTERS)

Lindsay Clancy’s psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Tuftscame under fire when the Massachusetts mother’s lawyer questioned her expertise and decision making for her overall treatment. Lindsay is facing three counts of murder in the killings of her children Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and Callan, 8 months. The proceedings are taking place in a Plymouth, Massachusetts, courtroom. Psychiatrist … Read more

Jennifer Tufts’ testimony: What Lindsay Clancy’s psychiatrist said as defense grills her on Day 10 of trial

Psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Tufts on the witness stand during Lindsay Clancy's murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, U.S., August 10, 2026. Greg Derr/Pool via REUTERS (via REUTERS)

Dr Jennifer Tufts’ testimony gave the court a closer look at Lindsay Clancy’s mental health in the weeks before her children’s deaths, detailing worsening depression, suicidal thoughts and repeated medication changes. Psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Tufts on the witness stand during Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, U.S., August 10, 2026. … Read more