Attacks Against U.S. Federal Government Officials and Facilities, 2001-2013

摘要

The study's findings highlight the need to identify individuals who exhibit concerning behavior early and initiate appropriate interventions to mitigate any risks they may pose. Among the offenders, paranoia, depression, and delusions were the most prevalent. It would be beneficial to provide specific training areas to enhance law enforcement's understanding of these symptoms and the impact mental illness can have on a person's behavior. The study also found that individuals who experienced stressors in more areas of their lives were more likely to carry out attacks that caused or could have caused serious harm to others. This factor emphasizes the importance of investigating the presence of stressors across multiple areas of a person's life.