Profiling	The process of identifying the personality, behavioral, and demographic 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, often bringing tools and taking steps to avoid detection
Disorganized Killer	A type of serial killer who acts impulsively, leaving a chaotic crime scene and often using weapons found at the scene
Psychopath	An individual with a personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy and remorse, and bold, disinhibited, and egotistical traits.
Sociopath	An individual with a personality disorder marked by antisocial behavior, a lack of conscience, and an inability to form meaningful personal relationships
Anti-Social Personality Disorder	A mental health disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of manipulating, exploiting, or violating the rights of others
Personality Disorders	A group of mental health conditions characterized by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience
Serial Killer	An individual who commits a series of murders, often with no apparent motive and typically following a characteristic, predictable behavior pattern
Mass Murderer	An individual who kills multiple people, typically simultaneously or over a relatively short period of time, in a single location
Spree Killer	An individual who kills multiple victims at different locations over a short period of time without a cooling-off period.
DSM-5	The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, which is the authoritative guide for diagnosing mental disorders
Paraphilia	A condition characterized by abnormal sexual desires, typically involving extreme or dangerous 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 the infliction or reception of 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, which can trigger psychological or physiological responses.
Homicidal Triad	A set of three behavioral characteristics (bedwetting, cruelty to animals, and fire-setting) that are considered early indicators of a potential serial killer.
Overkill	The use of excessive force or violence beyond what is necessary to kill the victim, often indicating intense rage or personal connection
Manipulation	The act of controlling or influencing someone in a skillful but often unfair or 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, often for financial gain.
Angel of Death	A type of serial killer, often a healthcare professional, who kills people under their care, typically believing they are relieving suffering
Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy	A mental health disorder in which a caregiver fabricates or induces illness in a person under their care, typically to gain attention or sympathy.

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