unit 2 vocab quiz #1

Profiling

The process of identifying characteristics of an individual based on the analysis of crimes they have committed.

Victimology

The study of victims, including their characteristics, the nature of their victimization, and their interactions with the criminal justice system.

Organized Killer

A type of serial killer who plans their crimes methodically and takes steps to avoid detection.

Disorganized Killer

A type of serial killer who acts impulsively, leaving a chaotic crime scene.

Psychopath

An individual with a personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior and impaired empathy.

Sociopath

An individual with a personality disorder marked by antisocial behavior and an inability to form meaningful relationships.

Anti-Social Personality Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of manipulating or exploiting the rights of others.

Personality Disorders

A group of mental health conditions characterized by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior and cognition.

Serial Killer

An individual who commits a series of murders, typically following a predictable behavior pattern.

Mass Murderer

An individual who kills multiple people simultaneously or over a short period in a single location.

Spree Killer

An individual who kills multiple victims at different locations over a short period without a cooling-off period.

DSM-5

The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, used for diagnosing mental disorders.

Paraphilia

A condition characterized by abnormal sexual desires, typically involving extreme activities.

Piquerism

A sexual interest in penetrating the skin of another person, often with sharp objects.

Sadomasochism

The giving or receiving of pleasure from acts involving pain or humiliation.

Sadist

An individual who derives pleasure from inflicting pain, suffering, or humiliation on others.

Masochist

An individual who derives pleasure from experiencing pain, suffering, or humiliation.

Stressor

An event or condition that causes stress, triggering psychological or physiological responses.

Homicidal Triad

A set of three behavioral characteristics indicating a potential serial killer: bedwetting, cruelty to animals, and fire-setting.

Overkill

The use of excessive force beyond what is necessary to kill, indicating intense rage or personal connection.

Manipulation

The act of controlling or influencing someone in a skillful but deceitful way.

Blitz Attack

A sudden, overwhelming attack intended to incapacitate the victim quickly.

Black Widow

A female serial killer who murders her partners or spouses for financial gain.

Angel of Death

A type of serial killer, often a healthcare professional, who kills people under their care to relieve suffering.

Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy

A mental health disorder where a caregiver fabricates or induces illness in a person under their care to gain attention.