Remains likely those of missing California teen, sheriff says – CNN.com.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Chelsea’s family during this extremely difficult time.

It’s been widely reported that the psychiatrist who testified at the molestation trial of the suspect in this crime recommended the maximum sentence because the suspect showed no remorse and there isn’t a known treatment for someone like him.  We’ve attempted to make contact with the prosecutor and judge in that case to better understand why the recommendation wasn’t taken into consideration.  As of this posting, we have not heard back.

Mental health is a very serious subject, and the root of great tragedy and cause of many physical diseases.  However, possibly due to the stigma associated with mental illness, it rarely receives the attention it deserves.

Case in point is the proposed healthcare legislation.  If anyone has heard any mention of improving mental healthcare access and benefits, leave us a comment below.  Although certainly “wrapped into” the current proposal, not emphasizing mental health treatment is negligent in this day and age, with the overwhelming amount of data that exists to support the notion that mental health directly impacts physical health.

Once again, our thoughts and prayers are with the King family.