Summary
THE GUN VIOLENCE EPIDEMIC: Protecting the Public’s Health
Presented jointly with Reuters
Friday, April 6, 2018
Noon-1pm ET
ForumHSPH.org
Inspired by students across the country, the gun violence prevention movement has gained new momentum. But can it last or lead to substantive change on the Congressional level? This Forum brought together experts in mental health, violence, and gun policy to discuss a variety of proposed gun violence and school safety measures. What is the status of background check laws? What is an appropriate way to discuss mental health in the conversation — without creating stigma or a chilling effect on people seeking care? What skills and training should educators have to spot warning signs and respond in crises? And, in light of restrictions around federally funded gun-related research, do policymakers have the information that they need to study these questions effectively? In this time of turbulence, our panelists looked at the evidence for — and possible unintended consequences of — today’s hotly debated measures to stop gun violence.
Part of: Policy Controversies.
Presented jointly with Reuters
Background Articles
- Resource Pack: Gun Violence and Public Health
- Gun Violence and Public Health (downloadable PDF)
- Global Health Education and Learning Incubator at Harvard University
- 30 Days Since Parkland Data Sheet
- Educator’s School Safety Network
- Reducing Gun Violence
Book Chapter by David Hemenway
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