Is it possible to track the specific steps taken by domestic abusers before they kill their victims? One researcher not only believes it is possible, but that it could save lives. A History of Domestic Abusers If you are interested in criminology, you may have come across criminologist Dr. Jane…
If you haven’t come across the shocking case of Genie the feral child, then prepare yourself. Genie’s suffering has been described as one of the worst cases of child abuse ever seen. The Tragic Case of Genie the Feral Child The case of Genie the feral child came to public…
On coasts around the world, fishermen fill their buckets with crabs and leave them unattended while they fish for more. These fishermen are not worried that their crabs will escape. The crabs police themselves, dragging down any would-be escapees back into the bucket. This self-sabotaging behaviour is called crab mentality…
You only have to scroll through your TV schedule to see our fascination with zombies. Whether it is a TV series like the Walking Dead or films such as 28 Days Later and World War Z, zombies fill our screens. Our attraction to this gruesome subject is at a safe…
When I think about psychopaths and narcissists, I conjure up a certain image. There is the cold, manipulative psychopath and then the self-absorbed, entitled narcissist. As for their lifestyles, psychopaths need power and control and narcissists crave admiration. That is a basic summary of their character traits I know. However,…
In my opinion, there are two kinds of people in this world; those who bite their nails and those who don’t. If you have ever asked yourself ‘Why do I bite my nails?’ you are in good company. Many famous people have been pictured with bitten-down nails, including Jackie Kennedy,…
Are you a gossip? I admit I’ve gossiped about people I didn’t like in the past. I’ve even been aware of it at the time. The thing is, I’m one of those annoying people that says ridiculous stuff like ‘Say it to my face’ or ‘I prefer straight-talking people’. So…
Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could instantly connect with anyone you wanted to? Just imagine how much your life would improve. You’d have no problem asking your boss for a rise. You’d bond immediately with a first date. Family problems would be solved. You’d have a superpower! I might…
Picture the scene; you are in a bank when armed robbers storm the building. All the customers are forced to the floor and the doors are locked. You have never been so frightened in your life. The panic and fear are rising and you think you will die. You desperately…
An Epicurean and a Stoic enter a bar. The Epicurean asks for the wine list and orders the most expensive bottle of Champagne. 'Why not?' She says. 'Life is all about experiencing pleasure'. The Stoic balks at the cost and orders a soft drink. He admonishes her. 'People are starving…
