The conversation between human and AI assistant.
Why have violent crime and homicides overall gone down in the U.S. in the past 30 years while mass shootings have seemingly gone up?
Do you think mental health issues could also play a role in mass shootings?
That is definitely a possibility. Research suggests that many mass shooters have mental health disorders such as depression or anxiety. However, it is important to note that most people with these disorders do not commit violent crimes. So it may be a combination of factors leading to mass shootings, including mental health issues, access to firearms, and broader societal factors.