by Shannon | Dec 21, 2022
Introduction Given the increase in firearm purchases during the COVID-19 pandemic, this study seeks to determine the extent to which COVID-19 firearm purchasers differ in terms of suicide risk from nonfirearm owners and firearm owners who did not make a purchase...
by Shannon | Dec 21, 2022
Importance Suicide is the eighth leading cause of death among children aged 5 to 11 years, with rates increasing during the past decade. A better understanding of factors associated with childhood suicide can inform developmentally appropriate prevention strategies....
by Shannon | Dec 15, 2022
Purpose: The aim of this investigation was to document the prevalence and correlates of refusing to answer a US federal health survey item about firearms in the household. Design: The cross-sectional analysis was conducted with 2004 and 2017 Behavioral Risk Factor...
by Shannon | Dec 15, 2022
Providers of applied behavior analysis (ABA) services often deliver therapeutic interventions within their clients’ homes. Although the home environment offers numerous advantages for consumers, it can also pose unique threats to provider health and safety. When an...
by Shannon | Dec 15, 2022
Importance Suicide is the second leading cause of death in adolescents, with firearms the most common method, especially in rural communities. Identifying where to target lethal means safety interventions could better leverage limited resources. Objectives To...
