The Psychological Makeup and Reasons why People become Serial Killers

Student’s Name Instructor’s Name Course Date The Psychological Makeup and Reasons why People become Serial Killers Introduction Crime is a critical issue that affects the entire society and calls for a closer focus on the reasons for crime. The most significant controversies and debates have centered on the psychological makeup and the reasons behind people becoming serial killers. Criminologists, psychologists and scientists alike have been on the forefront establishing the reasons behind the prevalence of serial murders and what causes people to engage in the heinous acts. Some of the arguments for criminal behaviors base the attributes to someone’s upbringing and their life experiences, while others base their arguments on an individual’s genetic make-up outlining the complexity of the issue beyond the obvious. While the former argument focuses on someone’s nurture, the latter is related to their nature, both of which cannot be ignored when it comes to crime. A more in-depth analysis of an individual’s nurture and nature is critical in establishing and understanding the reasons behind becoming a serial killer. A multitude of psychosocial and neuro-developmental factors, which may include including brain injuries, trauma, and past experiences, and mental disorders, are the most prevalent causes and psychological issues that best explain serial homicidal behaviors. The Significance of the Study Understanding the factors contributing to the actions of serial killers as well as the influence of their psychological makeup is critical in this study. The entertainment industry has turned crimes associated with serial killers into euphoria designed to capture the attention of the audience without necessarily getting to the root cause. Some of the methods employed by the industry making serial killers increasingly popular include exaggerations, stereotypes, and celebrity status for their extraordinary skills escaping capture from the police service. Aside from the media sensation regarding serial killers, it is critical to consider broader perspectives, including historical and social circumstances that could contribute to the increasing crime and murder levels. This study delves into causes and the psychological makeup of serial killers demystifying stereotypic and uninformed opinions that form regarding the evolution of criminals into serial killers. The explorative and investigative study aims at bringing an understanding of the psychological makeup of the offenders, the impact of traumas as well as other personal experiences that have a profound effect on them. It can only be through understanding these aspects can we develop appropriate and effective early intervention measures that can reduce and entirely deter these heinous crimes. Examining the potential causes and the psychological makeup of serial serials will be beneficial in providing a deeper understanding of the adverse effects of both trauma and specific experiences by an individual. Additionally, the study will illuminate on the impact of media and entertainment towards promoting crime and creating sensations around serial murders. Lastly, political, cultural and societal frameworks are also critical factors that have significant impact and application on mental healt...