Purchasing a gun for the very first time can seem like a daunting task. With countless options available, it can be overwhelming and even difficult to determine where to start in the process.

Mental illness is an often referenced but rarely discussed topic within the greater debate about gun ownership. More often than not, it’s met with silence or negative commentary. But social media personality and shooting instructor Genevieve Jones addresses the subject directly, revealing that she suffers from both anxiety and post-traumatic stress.