What are the psychological characteristics of mass murderers, according to the available research?
What will be an ideal response?
Mass murderers are typically socially isolated and withdrawn individuals with a limited support network. Despite media portrayals, research suggests that a formally diagnosed mental illness isn't a predictor of violent mass murder. Most perpetrators have no history of psychiatric hospitalizations; however, many demonstrate behavior before the attack that may signal impending violence. Mass murderers have often experienced multiple stressors immediately before the attack and a recent significant personal or
professional loss. At least half have engaged in some type of suicide ideation or suicidal behavior. Mass murderers carefully plan, rehearse, and carry out their crimes in a calm, systematic fashion. They are determined to complete their mission and often plan to die in the shooting.
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