Character Analysis of Batman and the Joker

Abstract

Trauma is an event that affect each individual differently even though it can be the same trauma. PTSD is the aftermath of trauma and that victim develops into a total different person from that one before the incident happened. Some people develop self-injurious behavior as well as devastating mental illness and narcissistic tendencies. A once well-mannered person will develop a dark personality to cope with that trauma and shield themselves against future trauma. Learning coping skills early will prevent a total breakdown of self who will eventually disappear in the aftermath. This paper explores that theory.