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Back to EpisodesExcited Delirium: When a Label Becomes the Explanation
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What happens when a medical term becomes part of a death investigation? In this episode, we trace the controversial history of “excited delirium”—from early descriptions of stimulant-related crises to its use in forensic medicine, police training, and courtroom debates. We’ll explore the science behind severe agitation, the troubling Miami cases that exposed the dangers of premature conclusions, and why major medical organizations have moved away from the term. Most importantly, we’ll ask a difficult question: when someone dies during a medical or behavioral crisis, are we investigating the evidence—or letting a label explain it for us?
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