University of California: Access to Firearms for Californians Ages 15-24 Associated With Increased Suicide Risk
May 01, 2024
May 01, 2024
LOS ANGELES, California, May 1 (TNSres) -- The University of California issued the following news release:
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Study examined ties between firearm proximity and psychological distress, suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts
Key takeaways
* In 2022, youth who had access to firearms were approximately twice as likely to have attempted suicide during their lifetime.
* Youth who expressed worry about being a victim of firearm violenc . . .
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Study examined ties between firearm proximity and psychological distress, suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts
Key takeaways
* In 2022, youth who had access to firearms were approximately twice as likely to have attempted suicide during their lifetime.
* Youth who expressed worry about being a victim of firearm violenc . . .