Red Learn Online – November 2026

From Trauma to Evidence: Understanding Psychiatric Injuries in Historical Abuse Claims

Presented by Dr Sherol Hanna, Consultant Psychiatrist, this session will explore the assessment of psychiatric injuries in historical abuse claims and the unique challenges associated with evaluating trauma many years after the alleged events.

Dr Hanna will discuss the long-term psychological impacts of abuse, common psychiatric presentations, and the complexities of diagnosis, causation and evidence in historical matters. She will also examine the role of psychiatric assessments in helping legal and insurance professionals understand the nature and extent of psychological injury.

Whether you are managing historical abuse claims or looking to build your understanding of trauma-informed psychiatric assessment, this session will provide practical insights into the medico-legal considerations that underpin these often complex and sensitive matters.

This is a 30-minute presentation followed by 15 minutes for Q&A.