Friday, August 3, 2012

Aug 3: The Pain of Families of Mass Murderers

August 3 Compassionate Living Tip from Interfaith Paths to Peace

Understanding the Pain of the Families of Mass Murderers

http://m.npr.org/story/157737038?url=/2012/08/01/157737038/when-your-family-member-does-the-unthinkable
At 5:45 a.m. on Friday, July 20, Arlene Holmes woke to the sound of the telephone. On the line was a man from ABC News. There had been a shooting in Aurora, Colo., the man explained. Her 24-year-old son, James, was the suspect. Did she have a comment?
In the wake of a tragedy like the Colorado shooting, the families of victims must navigate a complicated emotional landscape. But so, too, must the families of those charged with the crimes, as they suddenly face all kinds of deeply disturbing questions.

 

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