Sandy Hook Promise’s Post

“Those who commit the majority of targeted violence are those who have abusive power and control intimate relationships and those who have difficulty forming intimate relationships in any capacity.” I summarize likely quite poorly from Dr. Reid Meloy, but you get the gist. I stand by that the greatest group in terms of numbers from which we pull those who commit targeted violence in sweeping forms - are abusers. One of the greatest things we can do is work with children to prevent this onslaught in adulthood. To recognize that when we have a childhood bully, that bullies are generally not born, they are made what is going on at home with that young person? Becoming trauma informed in our schools, workplaces, and communities can genuinely be the biggest change we can make in order to address the targeted violence problem here in America and worldwide. It is no coincidence that mental health concerns, isolation, disconnection, feelings of depression, increased electronics use, failure to launch, and incidents of individual and personal and violence are on the rise …. and so are our mass homicides. We are missing, holistic, connection, problem-solving, compassionate monitoring for needs, and concerns. For helping. Start with outreach and understanding when our communities are young and keep that moving forward in the workplace and beyond to create a culture of connection. It is the foundation, 100 percent.

🚨 Op-Ed Alert! 🚨 "Don't blame mental illness for shootings. Short fuses, easy access to guns form deadly mix" by Diana Fishbein, Alex J. Rohrer, and Madeline Jupina is a must-read in the Chicago Sun-Times. Politicians often point to mental illness as the leading cause of gun violence, but extensive research tells a different story. Rage, hate, and easy access to guns are the real culprits. This op-ed dives deep into the science and social factors behind gun violence, debunking common myths and highlighting the actual causes. It’s time to focus on the real issues: regulating access to firearms and addressing behavioral health from a young age. Let's shift our policies to reflect the facts and create safer communities. Read the full op-ed here: https://bit.ly/4cMt3Aw #GunViolence #MentalHealth #PolicyChange #PublicSafety #PreventionScience

CVI entails targeted efforts aimed at breaking the cycles of violence and retaliation within communities. It involves building trust and rapport between individuals prone to violence and dedicated workers who offer crucial support and intervention. By providing access to mental health resources, job opportunities, conflict resolution mechanisms, and addressing underlying socio-economic factors, it tackles the root causes of violence.CVI represents a powerful middle-ground approach to addressing gun violence across all communities. And while the term may not yet be familiar to all, its impact speaks volumes. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eKBzJy4r #gunviolenceawareness #gunviolencepreventionnow #violenceprevention #violencepreventioneducation #communityviolenceintervention #forcedetroit #violenceinterrupters #reducegunviolence #michigan #detroit #detroit360 #detroitnews #stopgunviolence #gunviolenceneedstostop

We're caught in an endless scroll through articles, posts, and news, fonts blurring into one. We skim through motivation, support, recipes, gossip, financial advice, and tragedy with detachment. We casually thumbs-up things we only half-heartedly endorse, if at all. Guilty as charged. But then it strikes home. Hits like a sledgehammer. Jason and Michael, were my friends since high school, and have been senselessly taken in yet another heart-wrenching mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine. Confusion. Disbelief. Sadness. Anger. It's time to stop just talking about mental health. It's time to set discussion aside and take action. Their absence will be felt keenly, but the impact on their families is immeasurable. These losses could have been prevented, just like all the other senseless shootings. The path to change is clear: break the stigma around mental health, expand provider networks, ensure access to these resources, build robust support systems, and pass legislation that supports mental health initiatives. These are tangible, actionable solutions. Can we muster the courage to embark on this journey? It's taken this personal tragedy to focus my attention. Someone I have the utmost respect for told me, specifically related to this experience: “Pain to purpose to power. Use it as fuel so it does not become frustration”. I pledge to do everything I can.

Remember, guns don't kill people; people kill people. Blaming firearms for violence is like blaming spoons for diabetes. It's the intent, not the tool, that leads to harm. Let's focus on promoting responsibility, education, and proper mental health support to address the root causes of violence. Responsible gun ownership is part of the solution. Let's be wise, educate, and support each other in fostering a safer society. 🔫❌ #GunsDontKillPeople #Responsibility #EducateAndEmpower