For a Veteran with mental illness and a person who is working in mental health in the prison system. I see the people everyday who with that program could have found help a different way and today would be free at home with there loved ones. The cycle is one of fear and that’s on both sides but everyone needs to know that mental illness can and does lead to violence so be compassionate and know that you too can make a difference it just starts with listening. You know someone with mental illness or have issues yourself your not alone reach out for support either way. Life changing story.