Writing About Sociopathy

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Monday

Sep 30

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Sep 30

6:30 - 8:30PM CT

INSTRUCTOR:

RJ Jacobs

LOCATION:

The Porch House at 2811 Dogwood Pl., Nashville, TN 37204

$

51 FOR MEMBERS

$

60 FOR non-MEMBERS

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How should a writer describe the internal workings of a character who has no feelings at all? The purpose of the class is to understand the nature of sociopathy in order to better illustrate it in character development and in storytelling. We’ll explore the causative factors of sociopathy as well as elements of their motivations, and will distinguish the differences between a sociopathy and narcissist. The class will touch on historical notions of sociopathy and will help writers describe this element of personality that frequently factors into mysteries and thrillers.

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• In-Class Writing Lift: Light

• Homework: None

• Workshopping Drafts: None

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R.J. Jacobs has practiced as a psychologist since 2003. He maintains a private practice in Nashville, focusing on a wide variety of clinical concerns. After completing a post-doctoral residency at Vanderbilt, he has taught Abnormal Psychology, presented at numerous conferences, and routinely performs PTSD evaluations for veterans. He’s the author of four novels. Find out more at http://rjjacobsauthor.com.

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