Owning more guns may mean lower risk of suicide
Owning a handgun is associated with greater odds of a self-inflicted fatal gunshot wound rather than another suicide method, research finds.
Feb. 16, 2021 • ~5 min
NRA supporters feel conflicted after mass shootings
Following mass shootings, supporters of the National Rifle Association report extremely mixed emotions about the organization.
Jan. 12, 2021 • ~6 min
Being a mom isn’t why most women support gun control laws
Moms are no more likely to support stricter gun control than other women, a new study shows.
Jan. 11, 2021 • ~5 min
COVID-19 fear is driving up gun sales
Stress due to COVID-19 and uncertainty about the future are prompting people, including essential workers, to purchase guns, a new study shows.
Dec. 17, 2020 • ~5 min
Pandemic gun buyers face higher suicide risk
About 70% of those who bought a firearm during the COVID-19 pandemic reported having suicidal thoughts throughout their lives, research finds.
Nov. 17, 2020 • ~5 min
Gun show suicide prevention chats get owners to lock guns up
Talking with people at gun shows about suicide prevention and the risks of unsecured firearms can nudge them to lock up their weapons, a new study shows.
Oct. 23, 2020 • ~9 min
Gun purchase age limits do little to curb homicides
Many young adults get their guns from family members or illicit channels, says Caitlin Moe. "[W]e can't address that kind of availability with age limits."
Sept. 30, 2020 • ~4 min
Surge in gun sales ups suicide concerns
During COVID-19 and social unrest, gun purchases have soared. An expert explains why that raises concerns about suicide, and what can help lessen the risk.
Sept. 11, 2020 • ~5 min
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