Beyond the ForenPsyches 3: Copycat Crimes
An enthralling episode that delves into the matter of copycat crimes, beginning with the copycat effect, its nature and mechanisms, theoretical perspectives, and concluding with some preventive measures.
Creators: Shruti Sampath and Simran Singh
References:
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- https://psychreel.com/copycat-personality-disorder/
- https://theconversation.com/strawberry-sabotage-what-are-copycat-crimes-and-who-commits-them-103423
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mating-game/202012/are-you-copycat
- https://daily.jstor.org/psychology-copycat-crime/