THE PORTRAYAL OF PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS IN OYINKAN BRAITHWAITE'S MY SISTER, THE SERIAL KILLER

Abstract This research paper seeks to view My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite under a psychological lens, exploring the psychological disorders within. Through the use of the literary psychoanalytic theory, we will delve into the minds of the characters in order to understand the psychological disorders they may have, as well as the causes and effects of these. By doing so, we will expose their hidden motivations, desires and much more, further expanding upon who these characters are and the many issues beneath the surface that drive them. Through a closer look at the sisters, Ayoola and Korede, it can be found that they struggle with various psychological disorders such as Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The issues they struggle with become a backdrop to who they are and the choices they make, providing a deeper understanding of the characters that goes beyond what has been previously explored. There will be a thorough analysis of these characters and the text itself in order to identify these disorders, investigate their possible causes and illuminate the effects they have on their lives and personalities. Through this means, a nuanced, complex and detailed psychoanalysis will serve as a path to access the true, hidden depths of the criminal sisters.