epressed persons and mentally ill persons are sometimes punished, not knowing why they committed the crime or violent act accused of. All too easily, our society is quick to judge and condemn persons that act or behave in different ways. And if we took the time to think a little, we possibly could help, before this behavior gets to the violent stage. I mention earlier that the communities need to get more involved with the treatment of these people. I bet, we all know someone thats on the border of violence due to depression or mental illness and we say or do nothing. Their violent outbursts are uncontrollable and to us is just plain "crazy." We need to get rid of this stereotype and try to see what really happens in getting this person to the stage he or she is at. What is really happening to this depressed or mentally ill person when he gets punished and not treated? Was it his fault or the neglect of society or a combination of both? Yes, we are quick to blame, and slow to help. God said, "Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself." (Lev. 19:18 p.204)...
