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Not at all. He's saying that what likely landed many, though probably not all, of them in jail ("snapping") has its basis in neurology, but flat out states tha
by zzalpha 11y ago
Not at all. He's saying that what likely landed many, though probably not all, of them in jail ("snapping") has its basis in neurology, but flat out states that that response is due to numerous outside triggers, including things like stress, and that our responses to those triggers are something we can control once we recognize they're pressing these deeply wired buttons.
That said, I do agree, the story as told here is still a bit black and white for my taste. For me it was the heroism angle that threw me... E.g., maybe the majority of decorated vets are men because, until recently, only men were eligible for combat roles.
- colomon 11y agoHe talks about the Carnegie Award for Heroism, which is for civilians: http://www.carnegiehero.org/ http://www.carnegiehero.org/
- metasean 11y agoInteresting that the the "Deed of Trust" starts off, > Gentlemen The first paragraph goes on to talk about supporting widows and children. Thankfully the paragraph does end with, "Grants of sums of money may also be made to heroes or heroines as the Commission thinks advisable-each case to be judged on its merits." But by the third paragraph, it's back to "A medal shall be given to the hero, or widow, or next of kin ..." I'm sure that language doesn't bias anyone on the Commission. [1] http://www.carnegiehero.org/deed-of-trust/ http://www.carnegiehero.org/deed-of-trust/
- zzalpha 11y agoAh, I stand corrected! That's definitely more interesting... begs the question if there's bias in handing out the award, of course, but...