A Developmentally Informed Approach to Address Mass Firearm Violence.
Ashley Sward1, Jodi Zik2, Amber R McDonald1
1Department of Psychiatry, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus, 1890 North Revere Court, Suite 4092, Aurora, CO 80045, USA.
Pediatric Clinics of North America
|October 21, 2023
Summary
Pediatric providers play a crucial role in responding to mass shootings, which increasingly impact children
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Medicine
- Child Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Mass gun violence events are increasing.
- These events have profound psychological effects on children and adolescents.
- Pediatric providers are essential in the aftermath of such tragedies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To consolidate recommendations for pediatric providers responding to mass gun violence.
- To provide guidance considering developmental factors.
- To discuss gun violence prevention strategies.
Main Methods:
- Review of recommendations from behavioral health and pediatric fields.
- Integration of developmental considerations.
- Discussion of gun violence prevention.
Main Results:
- Consolidated recommendations offer a framework for pediatric provider response.
- Developmental considerations are integrated to tailor support.
- Prevention strategies are outlined.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric providers require specific guidance to effectively support children after mass shootings.
- A multi-faceted approach including response and prevention is necessary.
- Addressing the psychological impact on youth is paramount.
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