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A Psychobiographical Study of Theodore Robert Bundy: an Object A PSYCHOBIOGRAPHICAL STUDY OF THEODORE ROBERT BUNDY: AN OBJECT RELATIONS APPROACH MELISSA LANDSBERG 2019 A PSYCHOBIOGRAPHICAL STUDY OF THEODORE ROBERT BUNDY: AN OBJECT RELATIONS APPROACH Melissa Landsberg Submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of MAGISTER ARTIUM IN PSYCHOLOGY (RESEARCH) in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the Nelson Mandela University April 2019 Supervisor: Professor J.G. Howcroft Co-supervisor: Doctor A. Sandison i DECLARATION Name: Melissa Landsberg Student number: 212241656 Qualification: Magister Artium in Psychology (Research) I hereby declare that the dissertation A Psychobiographical Study of Theodore Robert Bundy: An Object Relations Approach for the degree Magister Artium in Psychology (Research) is my own work and that it has not previously been submitted for assessment or completion of any postgraduate qualification to another University or for another qualification. 14 March 2019 _______________________ _______________________ SIGNATURE DATE (Melissa Landsberg) In accordance with Rule G5.6.3 5.6.3 A treatise/dissertation/thesis must be accompanied by a written declaration on the part of the candidate to the effect that it is his/her own work and that it has not previously been submitted for assessment to another University or for another qualification. However, material from publications by the candidate may be embodied in a treatise/dissertation/thesis. ii ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS “Praise the bridge that carried you over” (Colman, 2011, p. 4). I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to the following people without whom the completion of this degree would not be possible: - My Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, who timelessly restored my faith, and delivered me with hope when I felt despondent. - My parents, Annette and Reinhardt, who provided me with much needed patience and resources, so that I could follow my dreams. - My sister, Natasha, who continuously reminded me that there is life beyond research. Thank you for all the humour and reassurance you brought to my life on a daily basis. - My significant other, Roánd. Thank you for showering me with more love than I could ever ask for, and for being a soundboard when my frustration got the best of me. Your unconditional support means the world to me. - The dogs in my life, Flappie, Phoebe, Zoey, Coco, Diesel, Pogba, and Jayzee. Without your daily companionship and comical antics, my life would be dull. iii - My supervisor, Professor Greg Howcroft. Your wisdom, experience, and success in the field of Psychology have inspired me to work even harder. Thank you for your willingness to assist and accommodate me whenever, and wherever necessary with my studies; I look up to you. - My co-supervisor, Doctor Alida Sandison. Thank you for introducing me to the realm of personality psychology and developmental psychopathology. Your expertise on the subject is astounding. Without your invaluable guidance, I would never have acquired the knowledge I have today. iv TABLE OF CONTENTS Declaration ................................................................................................................................. i Acknowledgements ................................................................................................................... ii Photograph of Theodore Robert Bundy ............................................................................... xviii Abstract .................................................................................................................................. xix Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter Preview .........................................................................................................................1 General Orientation to the Research Study ................................................................................1 Research Context and Problem Statement .................................................................................2 Primary Aim and Objectives of the Research Study .................................................................4 Researcher’s Personal Reflection ..............................................................................................5 Chapter Outline ..........................................................................................................................6 Conclusion .................................................................................................................................7 Chapter 2: Psychobiography as Case Study Research Chapter Preview .........................................................................................................................8 Qualitative and Case Study Research ........................................................................................8 Psychobiography and the Study of Individual Lives ...............................................................14 Historical Trends and Evolving Conceptions in the Development of Psychobiography.........19 The establishment of South African psychobiography .....................................................24 Psychobiography and Related Concepts ..................................................................................31 Autobiography, biography, and psychobiography ............................................................31 Pathography ......................................................................................................................33 Narrative psychology ........................................................................................................34 v Life history research .........................................................................................................36 Psychohistory, historical psychology, and historiography ...............................................37 Psychological case studies ................................................................................................38 Personality assessment and psychobiography ..................................................................40 Personality psychology and psychobiography ..................................................................42 Psychological profiling .....................................................................................................44 The Value of Psychobiography ................................................................................................45 The uniqueness of an individual’s case ............................................................................45 The role of subjective behaviour ......................................................................................47 The inclusion of socio-historic contexts ...........................................................................47 Emerging processes, patterns, and themes .......................................................................48 Theory testing and development .......................................................................................49 Skills development in professional fields .........................................................................50 Conclusion ...............................................................................................................................51 Chapter 3: The Life of Theodore Robert Bundy: A Biographical Overview Chapter Preview .......................................................................................................................53 The Significance of Social and Historical Contextualisation ..................................................53 Post-War American Life: The Emerging Customs of the Late 1940s and 1950s ....................55 America and Identity Formation ..............................................................................................57 Serial killers: A cultural manifestation .............................................................................58 Definition and context of serial murder .....................................................................58 Types of serial killers ................................................................................................64 A Chronological Portrayal of Theodore Robert Bundy’s Lifespan .........................................65 vi Infancy and illegitimacy ...................................................................................................65 Pre-adolescence: Junior high school .................................................................................75 Adolescence: Senior high school ......................................................................................77 Early adulthood: Acquiring independence in a new environment ....................................81 Bundy buys a Bug .....................................................................................................82 Chinese ......................................................................................................................83 Love at first sight .......................................................................................................83 Adulthood: A volatile period ............................................................................................86 Political dealings .......................................................................................................88 A transitional period ..................................................................................................89 Elizabeth Kendall ...............................................................................................91
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