Mutilation
Mutilation
Mutilation (/mjuːtɪˈleɪʃən/), derived from the Latin mutilare, meaning "to cut off", "to lop", or "to maim", is the act of causing severe damage or alteration to the body, or a part of it, often without medical necessity.
Types of Mutilation
Mutilation can occur in various forms, including but not limited to:
- Amputation: The removal of a body extremity by trauma or surgery.
- Castration: The removal of male testes or female ovaries.
- Genital mutilation: The partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.
- Self-mutilation: The act of deliberately injuring oneself.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Mutilation is generally considered a serious crime under international law and is often associated with human rights abuses. Ethically, it is considered a violation of the principles of medical ethics and human dignity.
Psychological Aspects
Mutilation can have severe psychological effects on the victim, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders, and depression. In some cases, individuals may engage in self-mutilation as a coping mechanism for emotional distress.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mutilation
- Wikipedia's article - Mutilation
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