it's definitely a tragedy when anyone looses their lives at the hand of another, and even more so when it comes from their own parent. so sad. r.i.p. little one

i was only able to read the article given i have to use the computer at the library to access this for now thus no sound. as i saw it they were simply stating the facts as they presented themselves. what i found encouraging was something that was shared in the comments with the article.

there was an individual that stated it very well when he said that "generalizing is a friend to no man". i totally agree with this statement. he also shared in his article that if an athiest has done this does this mean all of them will do it? no, not by a long shot. the same holds true for those with bp or any other mental illness.

many people are very narrow minded, and would prefer to just generalize everyone of any particular illness, religion, or whatever as being solely being one particular way. in my humble opinion they don't have the courage to face such issues, and they most likely do this in many more areas of their own lives not only this one subject. what may be true for ONE individual does not classify or make everyone with the same issue the same. there are some similarities yes, but still not the same. it demonstrates to me a very shallow mind. they want to believe what they want to. that's their right although not a healthy perspective by far. i wish more people could see this rather than "following the crowd".

i could go on and on here as to my perspective on this matter. i would like to encourage you all to mindfully remember that not everyone is quick to make such judgements. i personally have no problem telling anyone that i have some mental illnesses or love God. if they don't like it that's their call. makes no difference to me cause the facts are what they are. generally if people are going to make their judgements on such issues are probably (ok are) better not to be around anyways. there are other people out there willing to deal with such issues, and be our friends. it's important to choose our friends carefully.

having a willingness to learn, understand and forgive (just to name a few) are some of the greatest gifts we have, and demonstrate tremendous inner strength in those that reach for them. take care and best wishes