Shooters may have mental health problems in common, but that’s not what’s behind violent attacks, experts say
- Posted on August 15, 2025
- By The Mercury News
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Shooters may have mental health problems in common, but that’s not what’s behind violent attacks, experts say

Mass shootings generally don’t stem from one problem but several factors might increase the risk: A history of violence, access to guns, violent social networks, misogyny and substance abuse all ma…