I realize I'm just repeating what others have said, but I must emphasise again how important it is for you to ensure your brother sees a psychologist. As those above have pointed out, having few relationships and harming animals are hallmarks of sociopaths. Sociopaths feel no empathy with others, and cannot feel remorse. Obviously not all sociopaths grow up to be serial killers - they are often very successful in business and other industries that require selfish decision-making - but many serial killers are sociopaths. If your parents aren't receptive to your suggestions (and they may not be - although sociopaths are born, not made, it is nevertheless devastating for parents to think their child is a remorseless killer), go to the counsellor at your brother's school or your brother's doctor and ask for their help. They should be able to refer you to someone who has experience in child psychological disorders. If insurance etc is an issue, do some research - there should be free mental health services available in your state. Otherwise go to your local college, if there is one, and talk to someone in the psychology department, who should have more knowledge of what resources are available. Good luck - remember your brother may be struggling with a lot of issues that are terrifying for a small child, but if you are able to get him help now, there is a very good likelihood he will be able to lead a happy, productive life.

my god, that is horrible. you can't take this lightly. 100% of killers have had a history of killing or abusing animals... http://www.peta.org/mc/factsheet_display.asp?ID=132 good luck with everything, i wish the best for your brother.

LOL dr phil citing. looove it. FYL

Okay I actually did a report on serial killers and killing animals is the first thing that they do. I dont want to be murdered by your brother when he gets older so do everyone a favor and tell your parents to get him HELP!!! IMMEDIATELY!

I don't have many friends, and I'm not even strange like.. Your brother

Clearly you have bigger problems on your hand. Any child that is capable of hanging a hamster needs counseling ASAP.

OMG, future serial killer? i think yes. you should lock the door to your room at night.

mabye he was playing the game where u throw it in the air.........the hamster says "higher!....higher!!....HIGHER!!!!!.......NOT THAT HIGH D:" (splat)

Oh. My. God. Your brother needs help. Fast. I agree with 314. Lock you bedroom door at night..

Ok I'm not even rating how is your bothers problom an FML