Hillside Strangler Case | Mental Health & Personality | Who Was the Ringleader?
This video answers the questions: Can I analyze the Hillside Strangler case? What are the mental health and personality factors at work in this case? Support Dr. Grande on Patreon: / drgrande
This case highlighted the concern over somebody faking multiple personality disorder, which is now referred to as dissociative identity disorder.
There were two people responsible for the Hillside Strangler murders, Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono.
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: Author.
Watkin, J. G. (1984). The bianchi (L.A. hillside strangler) case: Sociopath or multiple personality? International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 32(2), 67-101. doi:10.1080/00207148408416005
Miller, E. (1988). Defining hysterical symptoms1. Psychological Medicine, 18(02), 275. doi:10.1017/s0033291700007820
Kirschner, D. (1992). Understanding Adoptees Who Kill: Dissociation, Patricide, and the Psychodynamics of Adoption. International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology, 36(4), 323-333. doi:10.1177/0306624x9203600406
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I don’t understand how serial killers are ever given the possibility of parole??
@teresahowick5197
4 жыл бұрын
I don’t either
@MasterMalrubius
4 жыл бұрын
Perhaps failure to provide for "possible" parole is considered unconstitutional. Such as inhumane treatment. They just never allow it in practice.
@Indusxstan
4 жыл бұрын
It is because of anti-social personality disorder in JUDGES.
@joanlynch5271
4 жыл бұрын
Same thing with rapists and anything involving torchuring animals, and pedophile behavior, along with kidnapping. They should say goodbye to their freedom for good.
@breonawarren1507
4 жыл бұрын
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
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 KZread. 🤗
@thesisypheanjournal1271
4 жыл бұрын
There also might be things going on before the birth parents relinquish custody.
@zsuzsannamolnar1329
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@surfingthedarkness
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting thought, i'd think it's probably both.
@mariebernier3076
4 жыл бұрын
This, early (pre-speech) abuse, neglect, having been born addicted, etc. possible?
@thenarrator4786
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@catspajamas2961
4 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I'll actually think he's serious (when he isn't), and then go, "Oh, I see what he did there. Ha!"
@surfingthedarkness
4 жыл бұрын
I loooove his humour 🤣
@surfingthedarkness
4 жыл бұрын
"Usually being a serial killer is frowned upon by licensing boards" *rofl*
@crazyplantlady18
4 жыл бұрын
This is why I love Dr. Grande so much. Always get a good chuckle from his dry humor.
@jdo5748
4 жыл бұрын
His has a great sence of humour! Hahaha, the way he delivers it... 👍🏼
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.
@MasterMalrubius
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@laurenmay2098
4 жыл бұрын
@Black Weirdo I started few months into the pandemic, just love it. I do clean my house while listening, he is amazing.
@toweypat
3 жыл бұрын
I was just thinking the same thing, that watching these videos about murder are so much more relaxing than, say, current events.
@carolyoung8677
3 жыл бұрын
I binge watch That Chapter too!
@rachelgooden9981
3 жыл бұрын
I know right!!!!!!
“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. 😂👍😅
@perdidoatlantic
4 жыл бұрын
Only usually??
@thesisypheanjournal1271
4 жыл бұрын
The Pennsylvania medical board made an exception for Kermit Gosnell.
@junglistgrrl
4 жыл бұрын
I know. Isn't he funny?!?!?!
@mr.vargas5648
4 жыл бұрын
But they dident know he was at the time.
@bobdpa
4 жыл бұрын
Haha said with 😐
Yes that whole killing thing could be a slight barrier to good therapy....😂I saw u chuckle Dr Grande 👍💟🌻
@mariebernier3076
4 жыл бұрын
That was his belly laugh mode.
"I hope that client got a refund" 🤣
@breonawarren1507
4 жыл бұрын
Hollering 😂
@zanpsimer7685
4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@laurenmay2098
4 жыл бұрын
LOL
@jessestewart169
3 жыл бұрын
Cute.
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!
@ricksandoval7130
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@irinam8709
Жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly
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.
@MasterMalrubius
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@breonawarren1507
4 жыл бұрын
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
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!
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.
Omg, you're so funny. Licensing boards usually frown on licensing serial killers..." Mostly because of all the killing involved". 😱😆
@Sir_Godz
4 жыл бұрын
"usually" is the operative word
@janakeller9737
3 жыл бұрын
Yep... FunnyGuy
@christinahite74
3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
This channel is really always a Guarantee for good content. I’m surprised everyday be new facts and knowledge. KZread seldom makes me feel productive, but this channel is exceptionally good and informative. Great content thanks !👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
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, 👍🌹
@hremaddox
4 жыл бұрын
I would also like to here about your take on that situation.
@judywright4241
4 жыл бұрын
---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.
"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 appreciate all the work you put into your educational and humorous videos! Spot on!
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.
Got home, plugged in phone to charge, turned on Dr. Grande on KZread, great education and therapeutic, too. Great videos. I never knew the details of this story at all, I thought this one and Richard Ramirez were the same story, had no idea hillside strangler were two people and all the rest of it. What a crazy story.
I love that your personality is coming through. Especially the dry snark. Love it.
Dr. Grande your wit is really the only time I actually lol watching KZread videos. Keep us laughing and learning!
as always, i found your analysis of this topic to be interesting
@MasterMalrubius
4 жыл бұрын
I'm happy you posted your opinion. It always generates interesting dialog.
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!
possible video topic suggestion: the central park jogger case. thank you for all your hard work !
@lornaginetteharrison7168
4 жыл бұрын
boca: Oh, YES! That’s an _excellent_ suggestion!
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.
Love your videos! Much love from Denmark 🇩🇰🙏🏼❤️ very interesting perspectives and topics
@lauriej.5706
2 жыл бұрын
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!!
Dr. Grande is so witty! This is an awesome video. Good discussion of DID.
Another on POINT analysis..thankyou Dr Grande
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. 👍 👌
That licencing board riff was great- humor so dry you can hear leaves crunch underneath. Good stuff as always Dr G
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. 👏🥂
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.
This is such a good one Doctor! Love it!!! Thank you xox
Thanks Dr. G always love when I get your notification! 😉
Your sense of humour is a delight!
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
I've read about this case extensively but you have details that I didn't know. good video
Dr. Grande, you’re the best! I’m so glad you found your calling with these KZread videos! I think your true talent would be wasted in sessions and running tests with patients.
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! 🌹🌹
Great video Dr Grande. Interesting and informative
Thank you 😘 Dr.Grande you are getting me through this x
Really appreciate it - was hoping you would cover Ken Bianchi!
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.
Very interesting very video. Thank you! Wondering if u could do a video on Marc Dutroux.
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?
@staceysimons3475
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@babblingalong7689
4 жыл бұрын
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.
One of his lies was undoubtedly: "It wasn't me, it was the one-armed man!!"
Awesome dry sense of homour. Love it!
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. 👁👁
@laurenmay2098
4 жыл бұрын
I am going to watched again, didn't notice his eyes, I usually just listen.
😂 you absolutely kill me! Thanks for putting out yet another top notch video on the dark stuff we've grown accustomed to!
Well Ilustrated, You Are Precise, Well knowledge Interpretation of The Situation.
Great channel Doc
I really enjoy this channel, & congratulations on your 300K milestone, keep up the excellent work!🎉🎉🙂
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
Thank you, Dr Grande. Another horror story that I remember from time spent in California. Please take care of yourself.
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.
Best 20 min of everyday. Thanks Dr. Grande!
I got it, Dr. Grande. Thank you.
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 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.
Would love to hear you cover the Richard Chase murders and his psychological profile
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!
@tyguy104
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@jjHunsecker
Жыл бұрын
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'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.
Dexter was adopted at a young age too, Doc. Interesting! 🙂
@rejaneoliveira5019
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@Zizou_77
4 жыл бұрын
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. 🙂
@rejaneoliveira5019
4 жыл бұрын
D.B. Cooper - It is always good to ask nicely.😄 Let’s hope🤞🏼
My father was a LAPD detective on this case and was put on a think tank to help solve it.
@countdown2xstacy
2 жыл бұрын
Wow Very interesting.
I adopted a teenage boy and while he has demonstrated a number of behavior problems, he is not a killer.
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!
"[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
@multuminparvo5
4 жыл бұрын
She refused to actually go out on a date with him after meeting him.
@thenarrator4786
4 жыл бұрын
@@multuminparvo5 yeah, she got bad vibes from him. no idea why hahaha
@randomlady6899
4 жыл бұрын
Ted Bundy was a charmer too, but they’re the exceptions.
@MasterMalrubius
4 жыл бұрын
That's the shallow charm we hear about. He only needed to be charming for the length of the filming.
@polarbearsrus6980
4 жыл бұрын
But, she didn't actually go out with him....she knew something was wrong with him.
Funny, funnier and funniest!😆 I almost died laughing at the comment regarding the therapist-patient relationship being problematic because of all the killing involved!🤭🤭😆😂🤣🤣😂👍
What a lovely reward for adopting.
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!
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.
I like jokes about seriel killers. I'm always looking forward to the next one.
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.
@franmellor9843
4 жыл бұрын
Good one !
Grande is HILARIOUS!!!!!!
It truly is discouraging to realize he fooled all those experts, as opposed to those of us who struggle for real.
Big fan. Hilarious. Oh, and good info and insight too.
Haha the jokes are on fire today, Dr Grande!
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.
@MasterMalrubius
4 жыл бұрын
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?
Being treated for tics, I'm not sure how one would go about doing that? Excellent analysis, thank you!
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!
Bianchi was not very convincing at all to police about his "split personalities" from what I can remember.
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!
Good video dude! Really good information & insight. I'm a serial killer.
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.
Dr Grande I would just love your analysis of Mark "Chopper" Read. Pretty fascinating character.
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.
Would love to hear the OJ analysis.
Excellent 💗👍🏼
Dr Grande you are great : Multiple personality disorder now DID divides the mental health community
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 love the dry humour!
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.
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 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.
One critical point that I remember from a show about this case (American Justice on A&E, I think) was the fact that both of Bianchi's "personalities" were aware of each other's existence (and which crimes each were involved in).... this was said to be evidence of Bianchi intentionally fabricating the multiple personality excuse to alleviate responsibility. Imagine that from a pathological liar? Apparently, if you experience multiple personalities, they do not possess the capacity for an awareness of one another -- Bianchi evidently lacked an understanding of this purported fact (despite the obvious breadth of his credentials). Any truth to this claim about personalities being quasi-independent in terms of awareness of each other?
My friend's 11 year old is damn near a compulsive liar. He'll also try to tell you something didn't happen when it did happen and you were there.
Thanks for making me laugh, Dr. Grande. :D
Interesting... 👋💞😎 Though I never heard of these two before this video.