Tag: violence
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Mental Illness and Violent Crime: A Misunderstood Connection That Fuels Stigma
Get Pregnant Fast I woke up yesterday to the soft patter of my daughter’s feet, her little frame wriggling into my bed. As we nestled together in the quiet darkness, a wave of warmth washed over me. Today, I thought, would be a good day. But then I turned on the news: Another mass shooting…
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Understanding the Disturbing Connections of the Alt-Right Movement and Recent Violence
Get Pregnant Fast A recent Twitter thread has shed light on the unsettling ties between the alt-right movement and violent incidents, particularly highlighting the Toronto attack. Just moments before Alek Minassian drove his van into a crowd, he reportedly posted on Facebook to honor Elliot Rodger, a man infamous for a deadly rampage at the…