This is the first book of its kind that combines state-of-the-art psychological assessment experience with the expertise of a homicide investigator who has tracked some of this countrys most notorious serial killers. The author also brings to the book hands-on best practices gleaned from the ...
Although there are certain common characteristics in serial killers that suggest the "type" of person who is at risk for developing this behavior, not everyone with these characteristics will turn out to be a killer. The following research is on the mental disorder shcizophrenia, and how it ...
I found the break down as to why so many of the world serial killers reside in the United States especially intriguing. Many factors played a part on creating the"perfect storm". Great Q&A period wish I had taken advantage of it, my mind has been working with questions all week. Thank ...
Among the number of paraphilias discussed in De River's (1958) often cited work "Crime and the Sexual Psychopath," is sexual sadism. De River speaks of sadism as a compelling element in some lust murders; in others, arousal is not derived from the infliction of pain and suffering of the...
Lucy Letbyis a serial killer, the most prolific child murderer of modern times in the UK; her name now forever associated with the likes of other medical monsters such as GP Harold Shipman and nurse Beverley Allitt. She is also one of the most prolific female serial ...
I recently toured the United States with my theatrical road show “The Psychology ofSerial Killersand Why They Captivate Us,” produced by Right Angle Entertainment. I performed in 14 different cities in 18 days—quite an exciting, whirlwind adventure. It afforded me a wonderful opportunity...
However, the killers know what they are getting into. Serial killers tend to be very charismatic and intelligent people. These criminals have an unlimited amount of free time in prison and manipulate the women who admire them. They carefully study the women, learn about their personalities and ...
A study of the “Dark Tetrad” found that just narcissism and sadism predicted level of sex drive. Bias 4 Min Read Seeing the Person in a Skull Drawings based on decomposed or skeletal human remains can help to identify John and Jane Does. Serial Killers 4 Min Read Serial Killers,...
Understanding the Notorious Serial Killer Ted Bundy Ted Bundy is one of the most infamous serial killers in history, known for his charming demeanor and horrifying acts of violence. Born on November 24, 1946, in Burlington, Vermont, Bundy's life was marked by a series of disturbing events ...
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