Dr. Kimberly Cassidy

Composition of a Killer

True Crime EN ↓ 73 episodes

Composition of a Killer is an in-depth look into the early childhood development of killers. Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Cassidy, professor of early childhood education and early childhood special education, and Darlene D. Lee, radiology tech, certified yoga instructor, and avid true crime and brain development researcher, Composition of a Killer dives into the early childhood experiences that likely affected the brain development of people who became cold-blooded killers. Referencing early childhood development theories, adverse child experiences (ACES), McDonald Triad, and many other research-bas...

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Dr. Kimberly Cassidy

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Update on Bryan Kohberger/Nature vs. Nurture and the Studies that Bring Us Closer to Understanding 22.02.2023 34:03

This podcast discusses a brief update on Bryan Kohberger as well as a well-informed article on Nature vs. Nurture: From Abused Child to Serial Killer Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

The Piketon Massacre: The Systematic Killing of an Entire Family 17.02.2023 40:51

This podcast is about the Pike County Massacre that occured in 2016. Eight family members were killed in their homes by the daughter's ex-boyfriend and his family. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Disecting Empathy and Types of Psycopathy; Characteristics of Anti-Social Behavior Disorder 08.02.2023 1:02:01

This podcast discusses empathy in depth and the different types of psycopathy. We also discuss characteristics of Anti-Social Behavior Disorder. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Social/Emotional Intelligence-Teaching Everyday Empathy in the Classroom 01.02.2023 51:08

This podcast explores Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) curricula, suggestions to include SEL in lesson plans every day, and emotional intelligence. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Top Ten Serial Killers with Head Injuries in Early Childhood 25.01.2023 1:00:36

This podcast discusses 10 notorious serial killers who reported serious head injuries during their childhood. Is there a correlation? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Bryan Kohberger-The Case for Increased Mental Health Services in All Schools 17.01.2023 25:13

Bryan Kohberger is a PhD student who is being charged with the murders of four college students in Moscow, Idaho. New information about his childhood and development are starting to come out in the press. This podcast discusses some of the markers that have been mentioned in several news articles and how they may relate to this crime. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/po...

The Toolbox Killers: Lawrence Bittaker & Roy Norris (The importance of teaching empathy) 29.12.2022 45:46

The Toolbox Killers are a duo formed from a common fantasy to kidnap, torture, rape, and murder young girls. Bittaker spoke about his childhood and how his experiences affected his behaviors. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Fred and Rose West: UK's Most New Notorious Serial Killers 13.12.2022 45:07

UK's most prolific serial killers, Fred and Rose West were convicted of killing at least 12 young girls and women. Early childhood experiences include rape, beastiality, abuse, schizophrenia. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

The Serial Killer Gene; Attributional Retraining and the Young Child 15.11.2022 50:05

This podcast discusses statistics, the "Serial Killer Gene", Attributional Retraining, and other characteristics of serial killers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

UNF Serial Killers & Childhood Trauma: A Review of the Study 01.11.2022 42:21

Graduate students study 10 male serials killers to determine various correlations; A review of the study Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Dahmer (Part 2) Psychosocial Maladjustment; Sexually Dimorphic Behavior 08.10.2022 35:46

This podcast dives into the second part of the Dahmer Netflix show; affects of barbituate use during pregnancy; demasculinization of gender identity and sex role behavior in males Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Dahmer: Review of First Four Episodes/Harvard Early Childhood Development Study 30.09.2022 55:17

This podcast is a discussion of the first four episodes of Dahmer on Netflix. The Harvard Faces Infant Development Study is discussed, as well as Romanian Orphanages Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Early Childhood Trauma/Experiences-Dahmer 21.09.2022 49:02

A review of some of the checklists used to determine homicidal tendencies of serial killers; attributional retraining; prefrontal cortex development Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Lavinia & John Fisher: Charleston Legends 21.09.2022 39:29

Lavinia Fisher is known as "America's first female serial killer" although she was never convicted of murder. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .

Serial Killer Duo Brady and Hindley 08.09.2022 53:02