Andrea Yates is a Texas woman who drowned her 5 children. She was ultimately found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to a high-security mental health facility. Discuss how this case differs from the myths of the insanity defense. Is this a "typical" insanity defense case? What issues does the defendant in the case face upon her return to society?

1. article: the case of People v. Bigham
2. Mom Accused of Drowning Girl Wins With Insanity Defense; Now, Can She Re-Enter Society?"