Mass Killings - How (other than some 2nd Amendment Issue) Can we Stop Them?

Just curious what might be a good place to start an intelligent (not hate filled), conversation on this issue. We all know our elected folks can't seem to do it, so let's hear what you think. What are the causes, how do we deal with the causes? Obviously we can't eliminate them entirely, but how can we lessen the frequency... This [b]IS NOT[/b] a political discussion - all hateful comments will be deleted.

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frequentlyme · 70-79, M

What about early identification of mental health issues - as in parents/guardians/friends/relatives when they see something, say/do something?

Graylight · 51-55, F

@frequentlymeLet's say I have severe depression and a history of divorce. How is it any harder for me to walk in and buy a gun than the average citizen? It's possible to have a no-sell list, but most mental disorders are hardly severe and penalizing, say, a recovering alcoholic will no doubt lead to legal ramifications. Those with mental disorders are not criminals.

Moosepantspatty · 31-35, M

@frequentlyme I think the problem with that (and im barely out of bed, so apologies in advance for poor continuity) is it is fundamentally quite Orwellian. I do believe that of obvious activity is reported, that there should be a system for that. But a see-something-say-something situations lacks in evidence. Also if were talking about mental illness, you have to take a broad brush approach, or demonize specific illnesses; both of which are poor practices.

fazer1k · 56-60, M

@frequentlyme How can you police that? He said, she said, they said? It's too easy to abuse, also, for those who wish to get back at someone.