Understanding what drives a young person to violence often reveals a "long process" of failure in social safeguards.
: Constant exposure to violent entertainment and films can sometimes lead adolescents to internalize the behaviors they observe. The Cyber Frontier teensex killer
: Developing the strength to resist peer pressure or violent impulses often comes from healthy boundary-setting in childhood. Without this "pushing up against" limits, teens may lack the independent decision-making skills to avoid gangs or violence. Understanding what drives a young person to violence
: Research into child serial killers highlights a "Criminal Fantasy Phase" followed by a mental anticipation of the effects of their crimes. Environmental Factors: Nature vs. Nurture Without this "pushing up against" limits, teens may
: Many young killers are driven by a need for control or thrills. For some, this begins with arson—a way to manipulate power—or the torture of small animals, which is a significant early warning sign of a lack of remorse.