Entering the Minds of Serial Murderers: The Application of Forensic Leisure Science to Homicide Research |
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| Authors: | DJ Williams |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Sociology, Social Work, &2. Criminology, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID, USA;3. Center for Positive Sexuality (Los Angeles), Los Angeles, CA, USAwilldj@isu.edu |
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| Abstract: | ABSTRACTYears ago, a small handful of leisure scholars suggested that serial murder may be a form of leisure. However, to date this possibility remains virtually unexplored. This article draws from recent research to share reflections and rich, new insights on how leisure science may provide important contributions to serial homicide researchers and law enforcement personnel. At the same time, exploring such intersections offers leisure scholars new ways of understanding familiar concepts and theories. Possibilities for future research are discussed. |
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| Keywords: | deviant leisure flow theory homicide leisure serial murder serious leisure perspective |
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