The Psychology of Serial Killers

The Psychology of Serial Killers will give even the most dedicated true crime fan new insights into serial homicide.  During this talk, you will learn:

Identifying serial killer myths: what misrepresentations of serial killers do you mistakenly believe? Why is it that can you only name white serial killers? How does press coverage affect what crimes we hear about? What aspects of a crime make it more ‘newsworthy’ than another similar tragedy which goes largely uncovered?

This talk will conclude by answering one of the most commonly-asked questions: “Why am I so interested in serial killers?” As you will see, an interest in true crime is far from a new sensation. But why are some people so fascinated with the criminal mind? This talk will explain all the factors of such content which have provoked your interest, and you will find that you are not as unusual as you may think.

Please be advised that no crime scene photos are used in this talk.