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US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

1 in 15 Americans have been on scene during a mass shooting, study finds

Mass shootings have created a distinct generational trauma among those who experienced them, particularly affecting Gen Z.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Shower That Stopped a Shooting

A simple act of kindness can prevent potential mass shootings through compassion.
Mental health support is crucial in preventing youth trauma and violence.
Unaddressed childhood trauma and mental illness significantly contribute to mass shootings.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago
philosophy

Mental Illness & Gun Violence

Mass shootings are not primarily driven by mental illness, as mentally ill individuals are more often victims than perpetrators.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

1 in 15 Americans have been on scene during a mass shooting, study finds

Mass shootings have created a distinct generational trauma among those who experienced them, particularly affecting Gen Z.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Shower That Stopped a Shooting

A simple act of kindness can prevent potential mass shootings through compassion.
Mental health support is crucial in preventing youth trauma and violence.
Unaddressed childhood trauma and mental illness significantly contribute to mass shootings.
more#mental-health
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Jamie Thompson and Josh Tyrangiel Joining The Atlantic as Staff Writers

Jamie Thompson won the 2025 National Magazine Award for her impactful Atlantic cover story on mass shootings.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

How Family, Friends, and Peers Can Prevent Targeted Violence

Words often precede violent actions, highlighting the importance of monitoring communications for prevention.
The inner circle of potential offenders can play a crucial role in preventing targeted violence.
#gun-control
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 weeks ago

The Political Value of Mass Shootings

Republicans often exploit emotional situations, asserting it's not the right time for gun control, while ironically neglecting consistent principles of deliberation.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

When It Comes to Gun Control, These States Don't Mess Around

Growing gun violence has prompted stricter gun control measures in various U.S. states, including significant legislation in Colorado and Connecticut.
Education
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

If You Child Goes to School in One of These States, Their Teacher May Carry a Gun

Mass shootings are rising in the U.S., prompting states to consider measures to allow armed school staff for safety.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Countries That Took Their Citizens' Guns - and What Happened Next

Mass shootings in the U.S. continue to drive calls for stricter gun control, but broad restrictions remain unlikely in the near future.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 weeks ago

The Political Value of Mass Shootings

Republicans often exploit emotional situations, asserting it's not the right time for gun control, while ironically neglecting consistent principles of deliberation.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

When It Comes to Gun Control, These States Don't Mess Around

Growing gun violence has prompted stricter gun control measures in various U.S. states, including significant legislation in Colorado and Connecticut.
Education
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

If You Child Goes to School in One of These States, Their Teacher May Carry a Gun

Mass shootings are rising in the U.S., prompting states to consider measures to allow armed school staff for safety.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Countries That Took Their Citizens' Guns - and What Happened Next

Mass shootings in the U.S. continue to drive calls for stricter gun control, but broad restrictions remain unlikely in the near future.
more#gun-control
Privacy professionals
fromHackernoon
4 years ago

The Ethics Board of Axon Resigned Over Taser-Armed Drones - Then the Company Went Even Further | HackerNoon

Axon Enterprises announced plans for Taser-equipped drones; this sparked ethical concerns due to lack of consultation with its AI Ethics Board.
#threat-assessment
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

School Shooters: Recognizing Extreme Overvalued Beliefs

Extreme overvalued beliefs (EOBs) drive school and mass shootings and are nurtured in online communities, making threat assessment vital.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Distorted Archetypes Are Important in Threat Assessment

Violent individuals adopt distorted Jungian archetypes, which can indicate potential for violence.
Identification with past attackers serves as a warning sign for future violent actions.
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

School Shooters: Recognizing Extreme Overvalued Beliefs

Extreme overvalued beliefs (EOBs) drive school and mass shootings and are nurtured in online communities, making threat assessment vital.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Distorted Archetypes Are Important in Threat Assessment

Violent individuals adopt distorted Jungian archetypes, which can indicate potential for violence.
Identification with past attackers serves as a warning sign for future violent actions.
more#threat-assessment
#gun-violence
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago

I'm a Hunter. I Study Mass Shootings. Here's What the Debate Over Gun Ownership Is Missing.

The discussion on gun violence is nuanced, often oversimplified by arguments from both proponents and opponents of gun rights.
fromPoynter
4 months ago
Education

Can journalists make the public care about another school shooting? - Poynter

Media coverage of mass shootings appears to prioritize stories based on the number of deaths or injuries, often overshadowing critical incidents.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago

I'm a Hunter. I Study Mass Shootings. Here's What the Debate Over Gun Ownership Is Missing.

The discussion on gun violence is nuanced, often oversimplified by arguments from both proponents and opponents of gun rights.
fromPoynter
4 months ago
Education

Can journalists make the public care about another school shooting? - Poynter

Media coverage of mass shootings appears to prioritize stories based on the number of deaths or injuries, often overshadowing critical incidents.
more#gun-violence
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