#firearm-safety

[ follow ]
#suicide-prevention

15-year-old son of LAPD officers killed himself with gun found in home. L.A. County to pay $495,000

Aiden Smith's suicide tragically underscores the failings in firearm safety measures in homes of law enforcement officers.

Older Adults in Illinois at Increased Risk for Suicide - News Center

Older adults, particularly white men aged 65-74, face a high suicide risk, with many deaths preventable through targeted strategies.

Culturally Competent Firearm Discussions in Therapy

Firearm safety is essential in preventing suicides due to their lethality.
Cultural competence is crucial when addressing firearm ownership in therapy.
Psychologists should enhance their knowledge, awareness, and skills about cultural values related to firearms.

15-year-old son of LAPD officers killed himself with gun found in home. L.A. County to pay $495,000

Aiden Smith's suicide tragically underscores the failings in firearm safety measures in homes of law enforcement officers.

Older Adults in Illinois at Increased Risk for Suicide - News Center

Older adults, particularly white men aged 65-74, face a high suicide risk, with many deaths preventable through targeted strategies.

Culturally Competent Firearm Discussions in Therapy

Firearm safety is essential in preventing suicides due to their lethality.
Cultural competence is crucial when addressing firearm ownership in therapy.
Psychologists should enhance their knowledge, awareness, and skills about cultural values related to firearms.
moresuicide-prevention

Advice for Suicide Prevention and Firearm Safety

Healthcare providers should screen parents for gun ownership and offer counseling on safe storage practices to reduce child risk.
Many parents would be receptive to firearm screening and safety counseling during medical visits.

North Shore landlord charged after allegedly bulldozing residence with tenants inside

A landlord was arrested for using a bulldozer to attack a residence while tenants were inside, revealing serious safety and legal violations.

One Minute to Save Lives: Teaming Up With Pediatricians to Secure Firearms - News Center

Introducing behavioral nudges and support systems can significantly increase pediatricians' engagement in conversations about firearm storage.

Deputies seize man's weapons after mental health crisis

San Mateo County deputies seized over 80 firearms after de-escalating a suicidal man's crisis, emphasizing the importance of mental health intervention and firearm safety.
[ Load more ]