Not just his situation but people in general... this sort of thing really annoys me. There are so many programs that will help people in these situations but he didn't seek out any of them. I'm sure he was pressed to do so. I was doing so towards him before either of us were legal adults. In the end he got what he deserved.

I don't know if this could have been prevented by having parents in his life, but it wouldn't have hurt.

I count my blessings. both of my parents were actively involved in my upbringing.