"Maine Gunman's Traumatic Brain Injury and Its Far-Reaching Impact"

The autopsy of Robert R. Card II, the Army reservist who committed a mass shooting in Maine, revealed profound brain damage likely caused by routine blasts on the training range, raising concerns about the safety of military training and the potential impact on veterans. The findings prompt a reevaluation of blast exposure guidelines and the treatment of PTSD, as many veterans with similar injuries may be struggling with mental health issues that have been misunderstood or overlooked. The implications extend to the legal system, as courts and prosecutors may need to consider blast-exposed veterans with the same sympathy and support as those with PTSD, acknowledging the significant impact of military service even without deployment.