One common cause is fear. Just like the boy afraid of the dark in the previous story, seeing something scary can start it.
Stress can also be a factor. For example, if a child is under a lot of pressure at school, like too much homework or mean classmates, it might show as unusual behavior. They might become withdrawn or overly aggressive.
A little boy had a strange behavior of hoarding toys. He wouldn't let anyone touch or take away any of his toys. It was discovered that he had a fear of losing things because his favorite pet had run away recently. So, he held on tightly to his toys as a way to feel in control and not experience the loss again.
One common trait is often a history of childhood trauma. Many real - life psycho killers had difficult upbringings, like abuse or neglect. For example, some killers might have been physically or sexually abused as children. This can lead to deep - seated psychological issues later in life.
Improper storage is another factor. In the picnic story, the sandwiches were left in the sun, and the mayonnaise spoiled. When food is not stored at the right temperature or in the right conditions, bacteria can grow rapidly. Also, contaminated fresh produce, as in the case of the street - vendor vegetables, can cause foodborne illness. Sometimes, fresh produce can be contaminated during farming, harvesting, or transportation.
Lack of proper due diligence by the buyers themselves. Some people are so eager to buy a property that they don't do enough research. They might not check the zoning laws properly. For instance, if a property is zoned for commercial use but the buyer wants to use it as a residential property, they will face problems later. Or not checking the environmental impact on the property, which can lead to disasters like discovering a toxic waste site nearby after the purchase.
One common cause is misjudging the dosage. People often think they can handle more of a drug than they actually can, like in the case of many opioid overdoses.
Stress is often a factor. People who are stressed, like those with a lot of work pressure or financial problems, are more likely to get angry over small things. For instance, a person who is worried about paying bills might get angry if their coffee order is not made correctly at a café.
Overeating is a very common cause. Just like when people go to a big feast and can't resist all the delicious food, they end up eating too much and their stomach bloats.
Poor safety equipment or maintenance is also a big factor. If a construction site has old and faulty scaffolding that isn't regularly checked, it can collapse. And in an office, if the electrical system isn't maintained and there's a short circuit, it can start a fire, putting employees at risk.
One common cause is accidents, like car crashes or falls. In many real - life stories, people get brain injuries this way.
Traumatic experiences are common. For example, being in a house fire.