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Introduction to the minds of Serial Killers.

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  A serial killer might not be a new word for many of us. From reading about them in newspapers and novels to watching them in movies, people have either been fascinated or have been horrified by them. But have you ever wondered why people kill? Why do some people become serial killers, and most don’t? Most importantly, did you ever get a thought of what drives serial killers? These questions are not just a matter of concern for criminologists but for us too. After all, both nature (genetics) and nurture (environmental factors) are guiding forces to a man's behavior. While we have no control over the genetic factors, we certainly can help make the environmental factors better. So let us get into the Mind  of a serial killer and understand what “creates” a serial killer. Firstly, 'What is Serial Killing?' In the words of renowned Richard Castle,  At one murder, you look for a motive.  At two murders, you look for a connection. But at three, you look for a serial killer. Ther