Maddie Brygel & Jason Weel
Maddie Brygel & Jason Weel
The Psychology of a Child Murderer: A Schema Therapy Lens
The Psychology of a Child Murderer: A Schema Therapy Lens
The Psychology of a Child Murderer: A Schema Therapy Lens
Monday 23rd May 2022
Dr. Lars Madsen shares his expertise on child murderers and Forensic Schema Therapy in this episode of 'Making Sense of Chaos'.
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Get the buttons here!Inside the Mind of a Child Murderer: Insights from Dr. Lars Madsen
So with with schema therapy, we talk about this idea of modes, and a mode is a side of yourself, like we all have different sides of ourselves, we have a side of ourselves that goes to work, a side of ourselves that maybe hangs out with friends, that spend time with family that you know.
Ever wondered what drives someone to commit the unthinkable? In this gripping episode of 'Making Sense of Chaos', hosts Jason Weel and Maddie Brygel sit down with Dr. Lars Madsen, a forensic psychologist with over two decades of experience. Dr. Madsen opens up about his career, sharing compelling stories and deep insights from his work with violent offenders. The conversation takes a dark turn as Dr.
Madsen delves into a case involving a child sex murderer, offering a rare glimpse into the psychological assessment and treatment process through the lens of Forensic Schema Therapy. This therapy focuses on identifying and addressing harmful coping mechanisms that often stem from unmet emotional needs, trauma, and abuse. Dr. Madsen explains how environmental factors can shape criminal behavior and underscores the importance of developing a healthy moral compass.
He also touches on the different modes of the self and their relevance to offending behavior, highlighting the need to recognize and address unhealthy coping modes. The episode wraps up with a candid discussion on the challenges faced by forensic psychologists and the importance of seeking support in this demanding field. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the complexities of criminal psychology and the therapeutic approaches used to address such behaviors.