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Originally Posted by Grath
That's not really what I meant. I meant that I think it's natural to deflect when hearing such horrific news. If something seriously questions your belief in the goodness of humanity, it's easier to blame whatever. Violent video games, movies, societal atmosphere or yes, mental illness. Looking at such incidents from all angles takes a long time, and the initial reaction only seconds.
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But what I am saying is mental illness should not be a cop out period - none of those things should honestly. The person should be held accountable for his or her own actions. Nothing else. Do we let our kids blame someone or something else n get away with things? Why then should we accept it from society or encourage it or participate in it?
It's a double standard we have been taught is "acceptable" - but is it really? I don't think so.