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Research suggests that mental disorders are not a necessary or sufficient cause of violent behavior. While individuals who commit violent acts, such as the Washington Navy Yard shooter Aaron Alexis, may have a mental illness, this is not considered the primary determinant of their actions.

Relationship Between Mental Illness and Violence

A news report details a violent incident and mentions that the perpetrator had been previously diagnosed with a mental health condition. The report strongly implies that the condition was the primary cause of the violent act. From a psychological perspective, what is the most critical flaw in this line of reasoning?

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