Part I: Mental Illness, Firearms, And Violence
In order to understand the relationship between mental illness, violence, and firearms, we must first understand the complex phenomenon of “mental illness.” Although many Americans will experience some degree of mental illness at least once in their lives, only a small percentage will develop serious, chronic mental illnesses that substantially impact their ability to function on a daily basis. “Mental illness” is a complex topic that affects millions of Americans every year.
Source: heritage.org
