GUNS/BARMS

[Mariner*]

He covers the use of prescription drugs for mental health issues and the problems they can cause related to current gun assaults and empathy.
But he doesn't touch on how self help groups have really helped people in that regard. Especially with mental problems and street drugs and alcohol. It's not referenced in this article, but N/A - narcotics anonymous is world wide just like AA - Alcohol anonymous >>.....>> and Here as well. Both these groups have probably helped and prevented more deaths than all the mental facilities combined totals.

Bottom line is if you have problems don't grab a gun to settle your issues, seek help. You'll find that there are a bazillion other people that are struggling with the exact same issues you are.

Alcoholics Anonymous works for some people. A new study suggests the alternatives do too.
The study shows why we need more addiction treatment options in America.

https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2018/3/5/17071690/alcoholics-anonymous-aa-smart-lifering-study