Trolls, Psycho's, And Others

[Jimmy1]

Sarg brought up a good point about people who hang around and join forums just to start problems.

This has been happening for years and will still continue to happen. They think it is funny and have no idea on what effect it can have.

Our forum runs quite smoothly for the most part, and is usually self moderated. If someone is out of line, we tell them, if someone is being too somber and depressive all the time, we tell them. Basically if anything is said that affects the smooth running of the forum, then it should be addressed.

Having said that though, everyone is allowed to vent even if they are depressed. We just don't have to read it. But if those comments are inserted into our conversations then it needs to be reported. On the other hand we can also select their name and hit the 'ignore' button.

We do have to take into account veterans who come on here who legitimately need our help. They might not have access to medication, and might not have access to a therapist. They might not have the slightest idea on what to do. I am sure we have all been there. It's up to us to guide them in the right direction. But like leading a horse to water, if they don't take our advise and continue on their plight, once again we can then take action.

And lastly we get the children after a bit of a thrill and of course the students studying PTSD who think they know the whole picture. I say no more.

Just my opinion.

 

[Ned]

Like Angle said, it cruises along on idle then some twat decides to tinker with it. BUT, we generally can spot that, I think this site is quite strong now, and can look after itself.

 

[Anglesachse]

I suppose it s the tosser rocking the boat that just pisses us (me) off. But I think Ned is right the site is quite strong and there a a loads of us who (in my opinion) will allways stand up for each other.

Being on the Internet there will allways be people drawn to the site, for what ever reason. That is the risk of being Global. But then if it wasn`t Global we just wouldn`t have the diversity of guys and gals on here that we do have. That is what makes the site in my opinion.

 

[reddevil1111]

I agree it does make it. I can better relate to you guys than the guys I served with. Those that are still alive all are macho about the issues and resist discussion.
Not to mention we all suffer from the same issues. I have decided to just let it drop. Go into relaxed mode and let things sort themselfs out. I guess more lurking than anything.