The correlation with adoption is interesting but I think it would make more sense that there’s a genetic component and the parents that are unfit to raise their own children also pass along genes to that increase risk of violent and sadistic behavior. I appreciate the research you put into each of these stories rather than just report and give opinions. You seem to be as interested in learning new things about humans as we are and your humbleness and admitting you don’t know everything is partly why your channel continues to grow. You are such an asset to UA-cam. 🤗
Annika O'Brien 👍🏻 yes, genetic component Annika and I also believe that these women were not able to stay sober for 9 whole months, drugs, alcohol, bruises, falling down, cigarette smoking....I think that makes a huge difference too, they can cause a looooot of damage to the developing fetus’ brain and all other organs. I’m being pregnant now, so I read deep into it you know each week what’s developing, so I’m amazed each day how we can grow a human being, and I feel even more deeply now how these factors can change the big picture.
i think James Fallon (that neuroscientist best known for doing a study on psychopaths once and "accidentally" finding out that he was one) put it nicely when he used the loaded gun analogy in regards to genetics and violent behavior. genetics are the bullets, and the environment pulls the trigger
Same thing with rapists and anything involving torchuring animals, and pedophile behavior, along with kidnapping. They should say goodbye to their freedom for good.
The way it was explained to me by my criminal law professor: sometimes by the time they are up for parole they are too old to really commit any crimes. And with the over population of prisons & the need for more beds, they will sometimes quietly parole elderly criminals. But parole can be denied too. So yeah you can be up for parole but the parole board can deny it. Depends on the state. In some states Life in Prison is the rest of your natural life and in some other places life is considered 25-35 years because let’s say someone in their 40’s commits a crime, by the time they get out they are kinda old
“Usually being a serial killer is frowned upon by licensing boards”. 😍😄. FUNNY beyond belief. 😀👍 I think he should have persisted in his “psychological practice” for at least six clients, before choosing his “serial-killer” profession. He may have become something if he had persisted and not given up as a psychologist. Thanks for the Humor, Dr. Grande, 😀. It made my day. 😂👍😅
I've binged watched these for nearly a week now. I think it's amazing how riveting these videos are, given he's just talking at the camera, no cut-aways, stock video, text overlays etc. - not sure if it's a welcome break from. all. the. jump. cut.editing. you see some much these days, or if he's just a really good story teller, probably both? A non-biased, careful comment and admittance to not knowing things is really so refreshing from so much of the internet, I actually find it quite relaxing to listen to. I think I was directed from Jim Can't Swim and That Chapter, as many people are covered by all 3 channels. There is really so much work that goes into these, I really hope he keeps going, although I feel pretty spoiled by the frequency of new content.
The focus on individuals I think really leads in for these basic videos. No need for presentations of charts and graphs. Also I know many feel Dr. Grande's voice is soothing and his delivery is basic and to the point. It makes following the material much easier. For me at least. If he were to discuss mental health topics in general and had comparisons and percentages I think the introduction of visual material would be helpful.
Its my monday and I woke up to Dr.Todd with another excellent serial killer analysis, its gonna be a good day. As a ward of the state from age 6-18, I agree with your insight here. Just because our parents are crap doesnt mean we have to choose to be crap as adults. There are so many factors at play in the development of these types of predators that its virtually impossible to choose any one thing as a solid indicator. Its more a conglomerate of multiple factors that can contribute to these types of predators.
Just what a serial killer would say! Seriously, I think it is the reasoning behind why a child is surrendered to the state. If it was done compassionately because the parents knew they could not provide or just felt the child would be better off in another environment then I thinkit is much less likely to lead to psychological problems. If a child is take from the parents due to abuse or neglect there is a higher chance of psychological issues. Not all of course. Just where physical and mental stress combine.
I think it’s like the alcoholic dad analogy. Two twin boys grew up with an alcoholic dad- one never touched a drop of alcohol and the other became an alcoholic- because their father was an alcoholic. Different people have different reactions to childhood traumas & exposure
Doctor Grande, as a mom of a teenager with reactive attachment disorder, it seems very obvious that he had this as a child. It's not adoption that causes the difficulty, it's the reason why child was adopted to begin with. I would love for you to do a series on reactive attachment disorder. Thank you! Love, love your videos!
it can be caused in infancy which leads to adoption fro. bad homelife. I don't think he or any of us blames people who adopt to help the children. Im glad your doing what you can. I admire that.
Dr. Todd, You deserve more subs. I am letting everyone know about this channel. Every video is so well researched. Thank you for providing such excellent content.
I never think of Aileen Wuornos as a serial killer. She seemed more like a fed up highway robber to me. I always thought Buono was the ringleader. He had those dead eyes. Serial killer eyes. The kind that don't have anything behind them - a minus man. Ironically, Angelo Buono means good angel in Italian. Interesting details there, doctor. Thanks for the insight. I know you get a lot of requests, and I respect that. I'd like to hear your take on Michelle Carter some day, and why she would have talked a young suicidal man into committing suicide. What was her mental blip? Anyway, thank you, Dr Grande, 👍🌹
---Totally agreed, Buono was terrifying the way his eyes were dead. Thankfully Bianchi is such a crummy killer, otherwise I don’t think they’d have been caught.
This channel is really always a Guarantee for good content. I’m surprised everyday be new facts and knowledge. UA-cam seldom makes me feel productive, but this channel is exceptionally good and informative. Great content thanks !👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I met Kenneth Bianchi when I was 26-years-old and working in a store in Bellingham in 1978-79. He was wearing a leather jacket and as I was ringing him up, I said, "I like your jacket." He became suddenly hostile, answering, "Yeah, I'll bet you do. I'll bet you like nice things," in a sneering, disdainful voice. I looked at his I.D., and I never forgot his name. I felt so threatened by him that I went in the back and stayed there until he left. I remember telling my friends that night about the weird guy that came into the store. Whew!
WHEW INDEED! WOWZERS! I know this ep about Kevin Bianchi is 4yrs old (l just discvrf Dr G 2yrs ago- still going back to what Ive missed). Anyway...thx for telling about your run in eith with him. That's GOT TO BE soooo surreal to find out u had contact (in-person , verbal, MEMORABLE contact!) w/ an infamous serial killer. What a massive bullet to dodge- whether knowingly or by the grace of God! Sheesh! I remember that, btw. Even we, over here on the East side of the Cascades, were pretty nervous. Then, of course, there was the green river killer. AND we had our very own monster here, in Spokane; Kevin Coe, the South Hill Rapist. You probably remember him... and that amongst all the women he attacked, was our very beautiful & beloved, local celeb; "Sunshine Shelly". That's who we Spo ppl knew her as... even after she went on to TV news and used her full name "Michelle Monahan". It was just before that that she was "Sunshine Shelly" of our most popular radio station personality (KJRB). What an amazing resilient woman. I assumed she moved to/ hid out in Timbuktu or some such til I moved to Friday Harbor in "91- i was shocked & thrilled to see her working on TV in Seattle. Anyway...just wanted to say "hi" & thx. 🤗
I watch so many of your videos that my husband now knows your voice. Love your wit because it keeps the normal. Your explanation of these killers, should be known. People need to know. Safety first.
Your comment about licensing boards frowning upon serial killers “mostly because of all the killing involved” killed me! I love your clinical knowledge and obvious skill, I always learn a lot from you. But your dead pan sense of humor seals the deal for me! I love your channel and so do my coworkers in acute forensic psych.
"It's really one of the few things they agree on...mostly because of all the killing involved. It doesn't facilitate a good therapist/client relationship." Dr. Grande, I'M DONE WITH YOU!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I was diagnosed after years with D.I.D. and C.p.t.s.d. I study and for years I went to school but at least now ti makes more sense why I wanted to fix my mother's issues, but I started to see my own. I talk about it on my channel in a few videos as I show my Sphinx hairless therapy cats. So much good mental health behavior and I am grateful. I appreciate the work you do and your channel doctor.
Dr. Grande, you’re the best! I’m so glad you found your calling with these UA-cam videos! I think your true talent would be wasted in sessions and running tests with patients.
Such a great analysis! Re: Bianchi fooling experts: as you stated, sociopaths are master manipulators; and sometimes, if you're a hammer everything looks like a nail. Humor was on point today Doc. On point. 👏🥂
Hi Sammi! When I was 14 years old, I ran away from my home in Los Angeles, California to Copenhagen, Denmark. I stayed for about a week before Interpol caught up with me. Denmark was wonderful. I really enjoyed my brief stay in Copenhagen. Wonderful, wonderful!
GOD this is funny. huge props... loved this. happy youre doing so many true crime videos as well as diving into 'normal' psychology/mental illness topics. thank you yet again, stay safe + be well!!
Good question..I know from previously working with vulnerable children, bedwetting which continues past the usual toileting age, can be an indicator of a child being abused or neglected. It would be interesting to know the percentage of bedwetting in children who grow up without significant mental health issues as oppose to those that go on to develop severe disorders.
I think it has to do with shame. Normal kids develop shame after bedwetting, providing motivation to stop. Psychopaths do not feel shame, thus couldn't care less about continuing bedwetting.
Doctor, could you do a video about strategies dealing with injustice and inequity?🥺 I've been struggling with it my whole life and would love to hear you speak about this topic. This was so nice. Your eyes look so tired, doctor. 👁👁
I just remembered this case last night and thought to myself that it would be great if you commented on it. I considered suggesting it to you but I realized that I prefer you to curate your own content. What a serendipitous coincidence.
Hi Dr.Grande! Love all of your videos! Just one thing I would like to request... there has been a recent movement to refrain from using the words “prostitution” and “prostitute”. The replacement of “sex work” and “sex worker” has less stigma attached. The terms have so much stigma but often times these women and men have no other choice but to turn to sex work. I even think the word pimp should be replaced with human trafficker as that is what it actually is. I’m not trying to be the PC police, it’s just a thought!
Between these guys and the Moors Murders, and them both kinda following Elizabeth Short's story, I've always been so intrigued by folie à deux cases.. amazing breakdown, as always! 🌹🌹
I had to subscribe. I couldn’t stop laughing in the beginning at the dry humor, regardless of the subject material. It’s was just too absurd. Thank you
Once again your content does a justice to these cases one never gets with other documentaries based on these events . I love how you can break down the persons characteristics and behaviors and in doing so you remind us how in the end these are still just people with faults while at the same not excusing their horrible acts / as opposed to most documentaries that just portray a cookie cutter evil monster cliché. Your thoughts on how the dynamics worked between these two cousins really stuck out . I had never heard or had it explained in that way before. 👍 👌
Interesting take on the Hillside Strangler(s) case. As I recall, in his book about the murders, author Darcy O'Brien made it seem as though the much older Buono was a very dominant alpha male type, and Bianchi followed his lead, in when to kill as well as in when to hold off and lay low. A grim synergy in any case. Thanks for another engrossing video, Dr. Grande!
I'm very glad you addressed the severe manipulative ability of someone with APD. They make it a game, playing anyone from professionals to friends and family. It maintains their false sense of superiority. So few will get helped in therapy, because they wouldn't be in session to receive help, only to pull more wool on someone and get their way. It's a sad existence.
Bravo analysis! I remember watching a TV movie with starring Richard Crena as the lead detective hunting down the Hillside strangler. The program presented the Buono killer as the one in charge and the Bianci killer as the follower; but it also portrayed both killers as cowardly.
Could you do a video on Stephen McDaniel? He killed and dismembered his law school classmate Lauren Giddings, and was being interviewed by the press about the search for her... when the reporter told him her remains had been found, he nearly passed out on camera! He had been stalking her and they lived in the same apartment complex I believe. Would be interesting to hear your analysis of him, especially since we have so much footage of him pretending to search for her!
That video of Stephen McDaniel. When he asks, "Body?". So creepy. Ken Bianchi did a ride along with an officer and asked if they would drive by some of the dump sites where the bodies of the strangler were.
I've seen the Behavior Panel analyze his interview with the media. It was a telling moment when he finds out her body had been found: the blood drained from his face.
I’ve a request please Dr. Grande.....Betty Broderick who killed her ex- husband and his new wife. Thank you for your great and VERY interesting videos. Understanding to an extent these serial killers makes them a bit less scary.... a tiny, tiny bit. Another duo of killers were the Toolbox killers, particularly sadistic. What makes some killers so sadistic? Thought you might cover them as well.
I always think in those cases, where and on which moment and why a person with i think closter B personality disorder, that is the technical name for it right?, comes to the point of killing with almost no remorse. And who are those who do it psychologically, little by little, without leaving almost no traces. All of those thoughts i have them because i believe we have to do much more to make this world a better and safer place, and studying the why s can lead to a better educational insight and i think this is the aspect where we mostly have to invest. Even if we have learned a lot already since psychology has started, and that is sooo gooddd, a lot is also still to be discovered. One point i think about here is that the loss of fear and shame might be the last human crumbles that lead to crossing this line. Several ill individuals i ve come across in my life, in their agressive modes, seem to kind of control the line by saying either, "i am not bad" or " i can do better" whilst almost not controlling their unpredictable behaviour. I know i am not a professional, i just want to express my point of view, based on my life experiences. Thanks for your soo professional approach. I am learning a lot by listening to your videos.
It seems that many killers/psychopaths have high IQ ratings. I'd like to know if the differences in brain function which allows for higher intelligence impinges on the moralistic portion of thinking for these people. It seems that many very highly intelligent people also suffer from mental issues and are at least restricted in social interaction. Or is it that highly intelligent people are just better at planning and getting away with the killings?
"[serial killers] have trouble talking to women or relating to women." yo, Rodney Alcala was on a dating game show. in the middle of his murder spree. and he won 0_o
Your Witt is so dead pan and well hilarious Dr. Grande Fascinating observation and refreshing use of your logic and professional attitude , breaking it down on layman terms thank you
Another KILLER presentation! (I have a penchant for corny puns. Lol). Speaking of killer teams, one that has always interested me is the pairing of Leonard Lake and Charles Ng. That would be an interesting video....
I remember being so frightened driving home after dark living in the Wilshire/near Hollywood-area back then just as so many other women were during the time of the Hillside Strangler murders. The LAPD even advised people not to stop on dark side streets if a police car tried to pull them over but to drive to a main road or street which was well lit and full with traffic and people. It was a horrible time and place to have experienced.
Doctor, you should speculate as to how you have the same 22-30 or so clowns that give your great videos the thumbs down. You have some exceptional content!
This is such an interesting case. This might sound very basic, but I liken Bianchi and Buono to workplace situations where people are influenced by one another in unhealthy ways - like over drinking, over eating or engaging in workplace bullying. On their own, the individuals might not get as out of control as they would when connected to other individuals who engage in such behavior. Thank you for pointing out how manipulative narcissists are and how anyone can be fooled by one.
Funny, funnier and funniest!😆 I almost died laughing at the comment regarding the therapist-patient relationship being problematic because of all the killing involved!🤭🤭😆😂🤣🤣😂👍
It does not facilitate a good therapist/client relationship...oh boy oh boy - to laugh, cry or die???😅✌️♥️ There are so many golden points, and intertwined subjects here, utterly fascinating! Thank you♥️ I think Bono kick started Bianchi!
I want DrG to assess my psychopath brother. His childhood is worse than most of these serial killers and he’s killed people “legally”. These serial killers want to be cops and my brother became one-twice. What has kept him from being considered a serial killer is that he did his killing as a cop & as a foreign contractor. His drug & alcohol issues have slowed him down and undermined his efforts.
Wow, this is an oldie that really gets under my skin. To think Bianchi had so many mental health professionals fooled, he could have gotten off. These two are high on my list of "psychopaths I could kill with my bare hands" if it wasn't a crime. But seriously, I agree Bianchi was the leader and that Buono may not have gone on to commit murder had it not been for his partnership with Bianchi. Whenever torture is involved it takes it to a whole different level, repulsive. To think Bianchi could actually be paroled makes me livid...WTH!!! Thanks for another great evaluation, keep them coming.
I am enjoying your prolific output, Dr. Grande. I would be interested to hear your analysis of any of the following: James Eagan Holmes, the Colorado theater shooter; Krystian Bala, a Polish intellectual and novelist convicted of murder; Hemy Neuman, sentenced to life in prison (without parole) for murder; the murder of Bob Crane in Scottsdale.
Ok, I'll bite.... 😉 If you want to dig into the adoption angle, look into trauma's impact on attachment, and the resulting downstream effects on violence propensity. That'll keep you busy. It's ok, though, because you won't be able to sleep, anyway.... 😏
DR GRANDE!!! Please do a video on the psychology behind shallon Lester I trust that you will be able to analyze WHY she is the way she is. Love the vid thank u!
Great video! I was wondering,what is the differences between a compulsive liar and narcisisstic personality disorder? Because i know that people with NPD often lie to appear superior or more interesting,and compulsive liars often do the same,right?
Dear Dr. Grande, I have a hypothesis regarding why many serial killers were adopted, and I am very curious what you think of it. I do NOT think that adoption is causative. Rather, I think it is a side-effect of a hereditary component to Cluster B personalities (e.g., psychopathy, narcissism, etc.). Specifically, a narcissistic/psychopathic parent may be more inclined to abandon their child or give the child up for adoption once the child (inevitably) starts to interfere with their personal freedom. These abandoned children will likely be adopted, but narcissistic/psychopathic parents may have narcissistic/psychopathic children due to heredity. The adopted home environment may not be able to correct for this inherited behavior, so the children would exhibit similar or (in the case of serial killers) worse narcissistic/psychopathic traits as their parents.
Horrifically enough, this man actually murdered one of my mothers friends. The police were absolutely awful to my mother and didn’t even tell her she was going to be identifying a body until they ripped the cover off of the victim.
Any chance of a breakdown and overview of William Bonin. In regards to his involvement as a protagonist in the Freeway Murders. I think his mental state is fascinating, another prime example of extreme abuse creating a mind set that grows distant and unaware to those around them. This is my go too channel for in depth and well done overviews of the crimes and those who committed them.
These criminal personality and mental health analyses of Dr. Grande's astound me every single time!!!! Adopted guy with a head injury and a penchant for lying. Dang! What a tangled web this killer wove with his behavior! Thank you, Dr. Grande. Oh, and BTW,... on that remark about serial killers not being licensed counselors,.... BWA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA.
Rejane Oliveira Yea, could be interesting. The Doc has made videos about several fictional tv characters before - Heisenberg/Walter White, Saul Goodman and a few others, think maybe Tony Soprano, though not too sure about the latter. I’ve asked him if he would make one about Dexter but not sure he’ll take requests from me. I did ask nicely though, of course. 🙂
Therapist: Let me help you. Why would you think you have trust issues? Patient: Well, my last therapist turned out to be a serial killer. Therapist: . . . Well, this is awkward. And thank you for posting this. Despite living in Texas at the time, I remember this being more on the news than Ted Bundy. Ted was a depraved, psychotic monster, yet, these two were even more so--in a way I can describe, but it was sort of swept under the rug. Other than a really crappy Made-For-TV movie, this case has never really been fully delved into, and your unique insight really makes these killers both interesting and frightening. I have an excellent one for you to breakdown: (Reverend) Jim Jones. If anyone can tackle this psychotic egomaniacal narcissist, it would be you.
Hi Doc, apologies for the multiple comments but would it be possible for you to make a video about Dexter Morgan, please, and what may be going on there... assuming you’ve seen the show, of course.
Thank you Doc! You must be bored because you have been making videos like crazy which I totally appreciate! Are you taking clients through video chat? I am totally appreciating my clients through video chat at this time! My mom is a marriage and family therapist and she is finally getting with the times but I had to teach her. 😆
First of all, love Dr. Grande's sense of humor. Secondly, has he done a video on the bedwetting/psychopathy link because I find that very interesting and don't fully understand the connection. From what I've found online seems to be a good deal of disagreement on the issue.
My guess would be that, rather than either emerging from the other, both emerge from some other precipitating trauma. (In working with teens with abuse history, these appeared to be connected -- to the extent that we were able to tell - ?)
Dr. Grande, is there a correlation between rejection and serial killers? It seems to be a commonality amongst many of them. Its interesting that you brought up adoption. I can see how feelings of rejection would stem from that. Another fantastic video, once again. I really look forward to my mornings :)
I just feel bad for people that actually suffer from DID. It's a shame that people faking the illness causes credible sufferers of this disease to be met with such skepticism. Thank you for the breakdown Dr Grande. I love your videos.
I’ve noticed often when you have a therapist who feels they are the only person who can possibly understand a patient who is especially unique, the patient is going to have either Borderline Personality d.o, or ASPD.
Thank you Dr Grande for the helpful career advice. I am thinking about pursuing a career as a therapist, so I should probably at the very least scale back my serial killing to impress my local licensing board.
Just out of curiosity, why did he confess that he was faking multiple personality disorder when he had already fooled several clinical professionals? If being found insane due to mental illness in the eyes of the law was what he wanted, what changed his mind? There must have been some foreseen benefit for admitting lying. I appreciate your channel Dr. Grande. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.
The correlation with adoption is interesting but I think it would make more sense that there’s a genetic component and the parents that are unfit to raise their own children also pass along genes to that increase risk of violent and sadistic behavior. I appreciate the research you put into each of these stories rather than just report and give opinions. You seem to be as interested in learning new things about humans as we are and your humbleness and admitting you don’t know everything is partly why your channel continues to grow. You are such an asset to UA-cam. 🤗
There also might be things going on before the birth parents relinquish custody.
Annika O'Brien 👍🏻 yes, genetic component Annika and I also believe that these women were not able to stay sober for 9 whole months, drugs, alcohol, bruises, falling down, cigarette smoking....I think that makes a huge difference too, they can cause a looooot of damage to the developing fetus’ brain and all other organs. I’m being pregnant now, so I read deep into it you know each week what’s developing, so I’m amazed each day how we can grow a human being, and I feel even more deeply now how these factors can change the big picture.
Interesting thought, i'd think it's probably both.
This, early (pre-speech) abuse, neglect, having been born addicted, etc. possible?
i think James Fallon (that neuroscientist best known for doing a study on psychopaths once and "accidentally" finding out that he was one) put it nicely when he used the loaded gun analogy in regards to genetics and violent behavior. genetics are the bullets, and the environment pulls the trigger
I just realised just how funny this man actually is. He is so dry, it's easy to miss the constant wit.
Sometimes I'll actually think he's serious (when he isn't), and then go, "Oh, I see what he did there. Ha!"
I loooove his humour 🤣
"Usually being a serial killer is frowned upon by licensing boards" *rofl*
This is why I love Dr. Grande so much. Always get a good chuckle from his dry humor.
His has a great sence of humour! Hahaha, the way he delivers it... 👍🏼
I don’t understand how serial killers are ever given the possibility of parole??
I don’t either
Perhaps failure to provide for "possible" parole is considered unconstitutional. Such as inhumane treatment. They just never allow it in practice.
It is because of anti-social personality disorder in JUDGES.
Same thing with rapists and anything involving torchuring animals, and pedophile behavior, along with kidnapping. They should say goodbye to their freedom for good.
The way it was explained to me by my criminal law professor: sometimes by the time they are up for parole they are too old to really commit any crimes. And with the over population of prisons & the need for more beds, they will sometimes quietly parole elderly criminals. But parole can be denied too. So yeah you can be up for parole but the parole board can deny it. Depends on the state. In some states Life in Prison is the rest of your natural life and in some other places life is considered 25-35 years because let’s say someone in their 40’s commits a crime, by the time they get out they are kinda old
“Usually being a serial killer is frowned upon by licensing boards”. 😍😄.
FUNNY beyond belief. 😀👍
I think he should have persisted in his “psychological practice” for at least six clients, before choosing his “serial-killer” profession. He may have become something if he had persisted and not given up as a psychologist.
Thanks for the Humor, Dr. Grande, 😀. It made my day. 😂👍😅
Only usually??
The Pennsylvania medical board made an exception for Kermit Gosnell.
I know. Isn't he funny?!?!?!
But they dident know he was at the time.
Haha said with 😐
I've binged watched these for nearly a week now. I think it's amazing how riveting these videos are, given he's just talking at the camera, no cut-aways, stock video, text overlays etc. - not sure if it's a welcome break from. all. the. jump. cut.editing. you see some much these days, or if he's just a really good story teller, probably both? A non-biased, careful comment and admittance to not knowing things is really so refreshing from so much of the internet, I actually find it quite relaxing to listen to. I think I was directed from Jim Can't Swim and That Chapter, as many people are covered by all 3 channels. There is really so much work that goes into these, I really hope he keeps going, although I feel pretty spoiled by the frequency of new content.
The focus on individuals I think really leads in for these basic videos. No need for presentations of charts and graphs. Also I know many feel Dr. Grande's voice is soothing and his delivery is basic and to the point. It makes following the material much easier. For me at least.
If he were to discuss mental health topics in general and had comparisons and percentages I think the introduction of visual material would be helpful.
@Black Weirdo I started few months into the pandemic, just love it. I do clean my house while listening, he is amazing.
I was just thinking the same thing, that watching these videos about murder are so much more relaxing than, say, current events.
I binge watch That Chapter too!
I know right!!!!!!
Yes that whole killing thing could be a slight barrier to good therapy....😂I saw u chuckle Dr Grande 👍💟🌻
That was his belly laugh mode.
Thanks for these constant uploads, they certainly alleviate the boredom of lockdown
Its my monday and I woke up to Dr.Todd with another excellent serial killer analysis, its gonna be a good day. As a ward of the state from age 6-18, I agree with your insight here. Just because our parents are crap doesnt mean we have to choose to be crap as adults. There are so many factors at play in the development of these types of predators that its virtually impossible to choose any one thing as a solid indicator. Its more a conglomerate of multiple factors that can contribute to these types of predators.
Just what a serial killer would say!
Seriously, I think it is the reasoning behind why a child is surrendered to the state. If it was done compassionately because the parents knew they could not provide or just felt the child would be better off in another environment then I thinkit is much less likely to lead to psychological problems. If a child is take from the parents due to abuse or neglect there is a higher chance of psychological issues. Not all of course. Just where physical and mental stress combine.
I think it’s like the alcoholic dad analogy. Two twin boys grew up with an alcoholic dad- one never touched a drop of alcohol and the other became an alcoholic- because their father was an alcoholic. Different people have different reactions to childhood traumas & exposure
Doctor Grande, as a mom of a teenager with reactive attachment disorder, it seems very obvious that he had this as a child. It's not adoption that causes the difficulty, it's the reason why child was adopted to begin with. I would love for you to do a series on reactive attachment disorder. Thank you! Love, love your videos!
it can be caused in infancy which leads to adoption fro. bad homelife. I don't think he or any of us blames people who adopt to help the children. Im glad your doing what you can. I admire that.
My thoughts exactly
Omg, you're so funny.
Licensing boards usually frown on licensing serial killers..." Mostly because of all the killing involved".
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"usually" is the operative word
Yep... FunnyGuy
Hahaha
Dr. Todd, You deserve more subs. I am letting everyone know about this channel. Every video is so well researched. Thank you for providing such excellent content.
I never think of Aileen Wuornos as a serial killer. She seemed more like a fed up highway robber to me.
I always thought Buono was the ringleader. He had those dead eyes. Serial killer eyes. The kind that don't have anything behind them - a minus man. Ironically, Angelo Buono means good angel in Italian. Interesting details there, doctor. Thanks for the insight.
I know you get a lot of requests, and I respect that. I'd like to hear your take on Michelle Carter some day, and why she would have talked a young suicidal man into committing suicide. What was her mental blip?
Anyway, thank you, Dr Grande, 👍🌹
I would also like to here about your take on that situation.
---Totally agreed, Buono was terrifying the way his eyes were dead. Thankfully Bianchi is such a crummy killer, otherwise I don’t think they’d have been caught.
This channel is really always a Guarantee for good content. I’m surprised everyday be new facts and knowledge. UA-cam seldom makes me feel productive, but this channel is exceptionally good and informative. Great content thanks !👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I met Kenneth Bianchi when I was 26-years-old and working in a store in Bellingham in 1978-79. He was wearing a leather jacket and as I was ringing him up, I said, "I like your jacket." He became suddenly hostile, answering, "Yeah, I'll bet you do. I'll bet you like nice things," in a sneering, disdainful voice. I looked at his I.D., and I never forgot his name. I felt so threatened by him that I went in the back and stayed there until he left. I remember telling my friends that night about the weird guy that came into the store. Whew!
WHEW INDEED! WOWZERS!
I know this ep about Kevin Bianchi is 4yrs old (l just discvrf Dr G 2yrs ago- still going back to what Ive missed). Anyway...thx for telling about your run in eith with him. That's GOT TO BE soooo surreal to find out u had contact (in-person , verbal, MEMORABLE contact!) w/ an infamous serial killer. What a massive bullet to dodge- whether knowingly or by the grace of God! Sheesh!
I remember that, btw. Even we, over here on the East side of the Cascades, were pretty nervous. Then, of course, there was the green river killer. AND we had our very own monster here, in Spokane; Kevin Coe, the South Hill Rapist. You probably remember him... and that amongst all the women he attacked, was our very beautiful & beloved, local celeb; "Sunshine Shelly". That's who we Spo ppl knew her as... even after she went on to TV news and used her full name "Michelle Monahan". It was just before that that she was "Sunshine Shelly" of our most popular radio station personality (KJRB).
What an amazing resilient woman. I assumed she moved to/ hid out in Timbuktu or some such til I moved to Friday Harbor in "91- i was shocked & thrilled to see her working on TV in Seattle. Anyway...just wanted to say "hi" & thx. 🤗
"I hope that client got a refund" 🤣
Hollering 😂
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LOL
Cute.
I watch so many of your videos that my husband now knows your voice. Love your wit because it keeps the normal. Your explanation of these killers, should be known. People need to know. Safety first.
Your comment about licensing boards frowning upon serial killers “mostly because of all the killing involved” killed me! I love your clinical knowledge and obvious skill, I always learn a lot from you. But your dead pan sense of humor seals the deal for me! I love your channel and so do my coworkers in acute forensic psych.
"It's really one of the few things they agree on...mostly because of all the killing involved. It doesn't facilitate a good therapist/client relationship."
Dr. Grande, I'M DONE WITH YOU!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
as always, i found your analysis of this topic to be interesting
I'm happy you posted your opinion. It always generates interesting dialog.
I was diagnosed after years with D.I.D. and C.p.t.s.d. I study and for years I went to school but at least now ti makes more sense why I wanted to fix my mother's issues, but I started to see my own. I talk about it on my channel in a few videos as I show my Sphinx hairless therapy cats. So much good mental health behavior and I am grateful. I appreciate the work you do and your channel doctor.
That licencing board riff was great- humor so dry you can hear leaves crunch underneath. Good stuff as always Dr G
Dr. Grande, you’re the best! I’m so glad you found your calling with these UA-cam videos! I think your true talent would be wasted in sessions and running tests with patients.
Dr. Grande your wit is really the only time I actually lol watching UA-cam videos. Keep us laughing and learning!
I love that your personality is coming through. Especially the dry snark. Love it.
Such a great analysis! Re: Bianchi fooling experts: as you stated, sociopaths are master manipulators; and sometimes, if you're a hammer everything looks like a nail. Humor was on point today Doc. On point. 👏🥂
Love your videos! Much love from Denmark 🇩🇰🙏🏼❤️ very interesting perspectives and topics
Hi Sammi! When I was 14 years old, I ran away from my home in Los Angeles, California to Copenhagen, Denmark. I stayed for about a week before Interpol caught up with me. Denmark was wonderful. I really enjoyed my brief stay in Copenhagen. Wonderful, wonderful!
GOD this is funny. huge props... loved this. happy youre doing so many true crime videos as well as diving into 'normal' psychology/mental illness topics. thank you yet again, stay safe + be well!!
Your sense of humour is a delight!
Why do serial killers often wet their beds as children? I've heard it many times but never why.
Is it anxiety or a form of PTSD?
Good question..I know from previously working with vulnerable children, bedwetting which continues past the usual toileting age, can be an indicator of a child being abused or neglected. It would be interesting to know the percentage of bedwetting in children who grow up without significant mental health issues as oppose to those that go on to develop severe disorders.
I think it has to do with shame. Normal kids develop shame after bedwetting, providing motivation to stop. Psychopaths do not feel shame, thus couldn't care less about continuing bedwetting.
Dr. Grande is so witty! This is an awesome video. Good discussion of DID.
Doctor, could you do a video about strategies dealing with injustice and inequity?🥺 I've been struggling with it my whole life and would love to hear you speak about this topic. This was so nice.
Your eyes look so tired, doctor. 👁👁
I am going to watched again, didn't notice his eyes, I usually just listen.
I just remembered this case last night and thought to myself that it would be great if you commented on it. I considered suggesting it to you but I realized that I prefer you to curate your own content. What a serendipitous coincidence.
Hi Dr.Grande! Love all of your videos! Just one thing I would like to request... there has been a recent movement to refrain from using the words “prostitution” and “prostitute”. The replacement of “sex work” and “sex worker” has less stigma attached. The terms have so much stigma but often times these women and men have no other choice but to turn to sex work.
I even think the word pimp should be replaced with human trafficker as that is what it actually is.
I’m not trying to be the PC police, it’s just a thought!
My father was a LAPD detective on this case and was put on a think tank to help solve it.
Wow
Very interesting.
Another on POINT analysis..thankyou Dr Grande
I appreciate all the work you put into your educational and humorous videos! Spot on!
I've read about this case extensively but you have details that I didn't know. good video
Between these guys and the Moors Murders, and them both kinda following Elizabeth Short's story, I've always been so intrigued by folie à deux cases.. amazing breakdown, as always! 🌹🌹
I had to subscribe. I couldn’t stop laughing in the beginning at the dry humor, regardless of the subject material. It’s was just too absurd. Thank you
Once again your content does a justice to these cases one never gets with other documentaries based on these events . I love how you can break down the persons characteristics and behaviors and in doing so you remind us how in the end these are still just people with faults while at the same not excusing their horrible acts / as opposed to most documentaries that just portray a cookie cutter evil monster cliché. Your thoughts on how the dynamics worked between these two cousins really stuck out . I had never heard or had it explained in that way before. 👍 👌
possible video topic suggestion: the central park jogger case. thank you for all your hard work !
boca: Oh, YES! That’s an _excellent_ suggestion!
Really appreciate it - was hoping you would cover Ken Bianchi!
Wow I can't even imagine I love the wit, about having your previous psychologist being a serial killer wow you're killing it today
Interesting take on the Hillside Strangler(s) case. As I recall, in his book about the murders, author Darcy O'Brien made it seem as though the much older Buono was a very dominant alpha male type, and Bianchi followed his lead, in when to kill as well as in when to hold off and lay low. A grim synergy in any case. Thanks for another engrossing video, Dr. Grande!
This is such a good one Doctor! Love it!!! Thank you xox
Very interesting very video. Thank you! Wondering if u could do a video on Marc Dutroux.
I'm very glad you addressed the severe manipulative ability of someone with APD. They make it a game, playing anyone from professionals to friends and family. It maintains their false sense of superiority. So few will get helped in therapy, because they wouldn't be in session to receive help, only to pull more wool on someone and get their way. It's a sad existence.
Thanks Dr. G always love when I get your notification! 😉
Bravo analysis! I remember watching a TV movie with starring Richard Crena as the lead detective hunting down the Hillside strangler. The program presented the Buono killer as the one in charge and the Bianci killer as the follower; but it also portrayed both killers as cowardly.
Could you do a video on Stephen McDaniel? He killed and dismembered his law school classmate Lauren Giddings, and was being interviewed by the press about the search for her... when the reporter told him her remains had been found, he nearly passed out on camera! He had been stalking her and they lived in the same apartment complex I believe. Would be interesting to hear your analysis of him, especially since we have so much footage of him pretending to search for her!
That video of Stephen McDaniel. When he asks, "Body?". So creepy. Ken Bianchi did a ride along with an officer and asked if they would drive by some of the dump sites where the bodies of the strangler were.
I've seen the Behavior Panel analyze his interview with the media. It was a telling moment when he finds out her body had been found: the blood drained from his face.
I’ve a request please Dr. Grande.....Betty Broderick who killed her ex- husband and his new wife. Thank you for your great and VERY interesting videos. Understanding to an extent these serial killers makes them a bit less scary.... a tiny, tiny bit. Another duo of killers were the Toolbox killers, particularly sadistic. What makes some killers so sadistic? Thought you might cover them as well.
Good one !
Thank you, Dr Grande. Another horror story that I remember from time spent in California. Please take care of yourself.
I always think in those cases, where and on which moment and why a person with i think closter B personality disorder, that is the technical name for it right?, comes to the point of killing with almost no remorse.
And who are those who do it psychologically, little by little, without leaving almost no traces.
All of those thoughts i have them because i believe we have to do much more to make this world a better and safer place, and studying the why s can lead to a better educational insight and i think this is the aspect where we mostly have to invest.
Even if we have learned a lot already since psychology has started, and that is sooo gooddd, a lot is also still to be discovered.
One point i think about here is that the loss of fear and shame might be the last human crumbles that lead to crossing this line. Several ill individuals i ve come across in my life, in their agressive modes, seem to kind of control the line by saying either, "i am not bad" or " i can do better" whilst almost not controlling their unpredictable behaviour.
I know i am not a professional, i just want to express my point of view, based on my life experiences.
Thanks for your soo professional approach. I am learning a lot by listening to your videos.
It seems that many killers/psychopaths have high IQ ratings. I'd like to know if the differences in brain function which allows for higher intelligence impinges on the moralistic portion of thinking for these people. It seems that many very highly intelligent people also suffer from mental issues and are at least restricted in social interaction. Or is it that highly intelligent people are just better at planning and getting away with the killings?
😂 you absolutely kill me! Thanks for putting out yet another top notch video on the dark stuff we've grown accustomed to!
"[serial killers] have trouble talking to women or relating to women."
yo, Rodney Alcala was on a dating game show. in the middle of his murder spree. and he won 0_o
She refused to actually go out on a date with him after meeting him.
@@multuminparvo5 yeah, she got bad vibes from him. no idea why hahaha
Ted Bundy was a charmer too, but they’re the exceptions.
That's the shallow charm we hear about. He only needed to be charming for the length of the filming.
But, she didn't actually go out with him....she knew something was wrong with him.
Your Witt is so dead pan and well hilarious
Dr. Grande
Fascinating observation and refreshing use of your logic and professional attitude , breaking it down on layman terms thank you
Another KILLER presentation! (I have a penchant for corny puns. Lol). Speaking of killer teams, one that has always interested me is the pairing of Leonard Lake and Charles Ng. That would be an interesting video....
Great channel Doc
I remember being so frightened driving home after dark living in the Wilshire/near Hollywood-area back then just as so many other women were during the time of the Hillside Strangler murders. The LAPD even advised people not to stop on dark side streets if a police car tried to pull them over but to drive to a main road or street which was well lit and full with traffic and people. It was a horrible time and place to have experienced.
Doctor, you should speculate as to how you have the same 22-30 or so clowns that give your great videos the thumbs down. You have some exceptional content!
Dr Grande you are great : Multiple personality disorder now DID divides the mental health community
Dr. Grande needs to do a mental health & personality analysis of Dr. Grande.
Awesome dry sense of homour. Love it!
This is such an interesting case. This might sound very basic, but I liken Bianchi and Buono to workplace situations where people are influenced by one another in unhealthy ways - like over drinking, over eating or engaging in workplace bullying. On their own, the individuals might not get as out of control as they would when connected to other individuals who engage in such behavior. Thank you for pointing out how manipulative narcissists are and how anyone can be fooled by one.
That's a good point -- I don't think it sounds "basic".
Funny, funnier and funniest!😆 I almost died laughing at the comment regarding the therapist-patient relationship being problematic because of all the killing involved!🤭🤭😆😂🤣🤣😂👍
It does not facilitate a good therapist/client relationship...oh boy oh boy - to laugh, cry or die???😅✌️♥️
There are so many golden points, and intertwined subjects here, utterly fascinating! Thank you♥️
I think Bono kick started Bianchi!
Would love to hear you cover the Richard Chase murders and his psychological profile
I want DrG to assess my psychopath brother. His childhood is worse than most of these serial killers and he’s killed people “legally”. These serial killers want to be cops and my brother became one-twice. What has kept him from being considered a serial killer is that he did his killing as a cop & as a foreign contractor. His drug & alcohol issues have slowed him down and undermined his efforts.
Wow, this is an oldie that really gets under my skin. To think Bianchi had so many mental health professionals fooled, he could have gotten off. These two are high on my list of "psychopaths I could kill with my bare hands" if it wasn't a crime. But seriously, I agree Bianchi was the leader and that Buono may not have gone on to commit murder had it not been for his partnership with Bianchi. Whenever torture is involved it takes it to a whole different level, repulsive. To think Bianchi could actually be paroled makes me livid...WTH!!! Thanks for another great evaluation, keep them coming.
I am enjoying your prolific output, Dr. Grande. I would be interested to hear your analysis of any of the following: James Eagan Holmes, the Colorado theater shooter; Krystian Bala, a Polish intellectual and novelist convicted of murder; Hemy Neuman, sentenced to life in prison (without parole) for murder; the murder of Bob Crane in Scottsdale.
I'm a simple guy. I see a new Dr. Grande video, then I leave a comment to generate interesting discussion.
Ok, I'll bite.... 😉 If you want to dig into the adoption angle, look into trauma's impact on attachment, and the resulting downstream effects on violence propensity. That'll keep you busy. It's ok, though, because you won't be able to sleep, anyway.... 😏
DR GRANDE!!! Please do a video on the psychology behind shallon Lester I trust that you will be able to analyze WHY she is the way she is. Love the vid thank u!
One of his lies was undoubtedly: "It wasn't me, it was the one-armed man!!"
Great video! I was wondering,what is the differences between a compulsive liar and narcisisstic personality disorder? Because i know that people with NPD often lie to appear superior or more interesting,and compulsive liars often do the same,right?
Great video Dr Grande.
Interesting and informative
Dear Dr. Grande,
I have a hypothesis regarding why many serial killers were adopted, and I am very curious what you think of it. I do NOT think that adoption is causative. Rather, I think it is a side-effect of a hereditary component to Cluster B personalities (e.g., psychopathy, narcissism, etc.). Specifically, a narcissistic/psychopathic parent may be more inclined to abandon their child or give the child up for adoption once the child (inevitably) starts to interfere with their personal freedom. These abandoned children will likely be adopted, but narcissistic/psychopathic parents may have narcissistic/psychopathic children due to heredity. The adopted home environment may not be able to correct for this inherited behavior, so the children would exhibit similar or (in the case of serial killers) worse narcissistic/psychopathic traits as their parents.
Horrifically enough, this man actually murdered one of my mothers friends. The police were absolutely awful to my mother and didn’t even tell her she was going to be identifying a body until they ripped the cover off of the victim.
Any chance of a breakdown and overview of William Bonin. In regards to his involvement as a protagonist in the Freeway Murders. I think his mental state is fascinating, another prime example of extreme abuse creating a mind set that grows distant and unaware to those around them. This is my go too channel for in depth and well done overviews of the crimes and those who committed them.
Video Suggestion:
The Toolbox Killers.
One of the most twisted cases in modern american crime.
Or the Freeway Killers
Isent that a movie?
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Bianchi was not very convincing at all to police about his "split personalities" from what I can remember.
Thank you 😘 Dr.Grande you are getting me through this x
I got it, Dr. Grande. Thank you.
Would love to hear the OJ analysis.
Well Ilustrated, You Are Precise, Well knowledge Interpretation of The Situation.
These criminal personality and mental health analyses of Dr. Grande's astound me every single time!!!! Adopted guy with a head injury and a penchant for lying. Dang! What a tangled web this killer wove with his behavior! Thank you, Dr. Grande. Oh, and BTW,... on that remark about serial killers not being licensed counselors,.... BWA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA.
Dexter was adopted at a young age too, Doc. Interesting! 🙂
D.B. Cooper - Good observation. 👍🏼
I wish he could analyze Dexter but that’s an older show and I am not sure how many people actually watched it.
Rejane Oliveira
Yea, could be interesting. The Doc has made videos about several fictional tv characters before - Heisenberg/Walter White, Saul Goodman and a few others, think maybe Tony Soprano, though not too sure about the latter. I’ve asked him if he would make one about Dexter but not sure he’ll take requests from me. I did ask nicely though, of course. 🙂
D.B. Cooper - It is always good to ask nicely.😄
Let’s hope🤞🏼
I really enjoy this channel, & congratulations on your 300K milestone, keep up the excellent work!🎉🎉🙂
Therapist: Let me help you. Why would you think you have trust issues?
Patient: Well, my last therapist turned out to be a serial killer.
Therapist: . . . Well, this is awkward.
And thank you for posting this. Despite living in Texas at the time, I remember this being more on the news than Ted Bundy. Ted was a depraved, psychotic monster, yet, these two were even more so--in a way I can describe, but it was sort of swept under the rug. Other than a really crappy Made-For-TV movie, this case has never really been fully delved into, and your unique insight really makes these killers both interesting and frightening.
I have an excellent one for you to breakdown: (Reverend) Jim Jones. If anyone can tackle this psychotic egomaniacal narcissist, it would be you.
Can you give your analysis of Amberlynn Reid and the community that critiques her
yikes. i had never heard of this person, so did a quick google. now i feel dirty.
Amber Lynn is a Karen the people poking critiquing are Karen’s . It’s a case of all normal people moved on so it’s Karen against Karen
I would looove to see a video on that
Ew no
Hi Doc, apologies for the multiple comments but would it be possible for you to make a video about Dexter Morgan, please, and what may be going on there... assuming you’ve seen the show, of course.
Thank you Doc! You must be bored because you have been making videos like crazy which I totally appreciate! Are you taking clients through video chat? I am totally appreciating my clients through video chat at this time! My mom is a marriage and family therapist and she is finally getting with the times but I had to teach her. 😆
I adopted a teenage boy and while he has demonstrated a number of behavior problems, he is not a killer.
First of all, love Dr. Grande's sense of humor. Secondly, has he done a video on the bedwetting/psychopathy link because I find that very interesting and don't fully understand the connection. From what I've found online seems to be a good deal of disagreement on the issue.
Yes, I'm also interested in this issue,
Dr. Grande 😃🇳🇱
My guess would be that, rather than either emerging from the other, both emerge from some other precipitating trauma. (In working with teens with abuse history, these appeared to be connected -- to the extent that we were able to tell - ?)
@@tuck-brainwks-eutent-hidva1098 Ahhh, ok, I see what you're saying. That makes a lot of sense, hadn't thought about it that way, thank you.
Dr. Grande, is there a correlation between rejection and serial killers? It seems to be a commonality amongst many of them. Its interesting that you brought up adoption. I can see how feelings of rejection would stem from that.
Another fantastic video, once again. I really look forward to my mornings :)
Being treated for tics, I'm not sure how one would go about doing that?
Excellent analysis, thank you!
I just feel bad for people that actually suffer from DID. It's a shame that people faking the illness causes credible sufferers of this disease to be met with such skepticism. Thank you for the breakdown Dr Grande. I love your videos.
Best 20 min of everyday. Thanks Dr. Grande!
I’ve noticed often when you have a therapist who feels they are the only person who can possibly understand a patient who is especially unique, the patient is going to have either Borderline Personality d.o, or ASPD.
Thank you Dr Grande for the helpful career advice. I am thinking about pursuing a career as a therapist, so I should probably at the very least scale back my serial killing to impress my local licensing board.
Just out of curiosity, why did he confess that he was faking multiple personality disorder when he had already fooled several clinical professionals? If being found insane due to mental illness in the eyes of the law was what he wanted, what changed his mind? There must have been some foreseen benefit for admitting lying.
I appreciate your channel Dr. Grande. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.