beeshie
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If thats the case they've failed to make the connection between PTSD and domestic violence anyway because according to the Dr the trigger was the killing.
Ultimately his entire testimony SHOULDN'T matter because as he himself stated even murderers can have PTSD and the test was based on a false story which may--MAY--have been based on true emotions during the killing. While he can go ahead and diagnose her, he can ONLY speculate as to what scenario the PTSD developed under. Therefore, this has been a complete waste of time.
I'm speculating (ha!) that this whole thing will be used as a mitigating factor if there's a penalty phase. The defense will ask the jury to consider PTSD when weighing her actions after the murder.
So yes, it might be a waste of time in determining guilt (and I bet there will be jury questions related to this).