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Here is a just some of Dr. Brucato's credentials. Click the link to read the full bio.
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Dr. Brucato, who earned his Ph.D. at the New School for Social Research in New York City, is a clinical psychologist, researcher and author in the areas of psychotic illness and violence. Dr. Brucato has over two decades of clinical experience, having trained at Creedmoor Psychiatric Center; Beth Israel Medical Center; Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center; Long Island Jewish/Zucker Hillside Hospital Center; and Mount Sinai Services/Elmhurst Hospital Center, including work on the Riker’s Island female prisoner unit at EHC. He was additionally trained in a private forensic practice, learning to conduct evaluations for civil and criminal courts, and was employed at Zucker Hillside’s Recognition and Prevention program for early psychosis from 2008 to 2012.

Here are just some of Chris Mcdonoughs accomplishments and credentials Click the link to read the full bio.
Chris McDonough is a nationally-recognized Homicide Investigator who’s been a guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Dr. Phil, CourtTV, Nancy Grace, Dateline NBC, CBS’s 48 Hours, the BBC, and numerous other television and radio programs. He’s an expert on death investigations, interviewing, and criminal behavior analysis. He has been honored to train Native American Homicide Task Force members as part of the Cold Case Foundation appointed by the US President’s initiative “Operation Lady Justice.”
Chris has been serving in public safety since 1982. He spent nearly 25 years with the Oceanside Police Department in Southern California, including 13 years as a homicide detective. Chris has investigated and solved hundreds of homicides and consulted nationally on some of the country’s highest-profile child homicide and kidnapping investigations, including Jon Benet Ramsey, Elizabeth Smart, Leticia Hernandez, Matthew Cecchi, and West Memphis three interview of Christopher Morgan.
He’s an expert on predator behavior involving those who choose children as victims, having interviewed serial child killers on death row, including child murderer’s Wesley Allen Dodd and Brandon Wilson, who killed Matthew Cecchi in a public bathroom in Oceanside, California. The Wilson interview started the family restroom movement in the United States.

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Episode 7: Dates With Significance.

June 06, 2024 • The Witness Box • Season 1 • Episode 7

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Significant dates have a remarkable influence on our moods, often acting as emotional landmarks that punctuate the timeline of our lives. These dates can be personal, such as birthdays, anniversaries, or the anniversary of a significant event, or they can be cultural or historical, like holidays or commemorations.

The impact of significant dates on our moods stems from a combination of factors. Firstly, these dates are imbued with meaning and symbolism, carrying with them memories, expectations, and sometimes even rituals or traditions. For example, a birthday might evoke feelings of celebration, reflection, or even melancholy, depending on individual circumstances and experiences associated with past birthdays.

Secondly, significant dates often serve as reminders of the passage of time, prompting us to reflect on our achievements, losses, and the overall trajectory of our lives. This reflection can evoke a wide range of emotions, from nostalgia and gratitude to anxiety or sadness.

Moreover, societal and cultural norms surrounding certain dates can also influence our moods. For instance, holidays are often associated with societal expectations of joy, togetherness, and generosity. Consequently, individuals may feel pressured to conform to these expectations, leading to feelings of stress or disappointment if their experiences do not align with the idealized versions portrayed in media or cultural narratives.

Furthermore, significant dates can serve as triggers for emotions associated with past experiences or traumas. For example, the anniversary of a loved one's death may bring feelings of grief and sadness to the surface, while the anniversary of a joyful event may evoke feelings of happiness and nostalgia.

The phenomenon of individuals committing crimes on significant dates is a complex intersection of psychological, sociological, and cultural factors. While it's important to recognize that the vast majority of people do not engage in criminal behavior on such dates, there are instances where individuals choose to commit crimes during these times.

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