Even though killing's necessary, it doesn't make it any easier for Carl. It makes him sick. Being emotional is very cool. Being irresponsible isn't. Go tell Bieber!
She was crazy to begin with, but the fact that Carol killed Lizzie revealed just how dark the world has become. And it was a bold move by the show itself to not back out from such a controversial death.
Shane: What's the difference between men and women. Rick: Is this a joke? Shane: No serious. I've never met a woman who knew how to turn off the light. Born thinking the switch only goes one way: on.