“This Program Is Literally Saving Lives”

“This Program Is Literally Saving Lives”

A qualitative study led by Hillary Kapa and Rachel Myers published preprint on Research Square evaluates Beyond the Bars, a community-based music program aimed at reducing youth violence. The program’s participatory approach has shown promising impacts on...
1 in 3 Gun Owners Don’t Lock All Firearms

1 in 3 Gun Owners Don’t Lock All Firearms

A new survey from the Annenberg Public Policy Center finds that 37% of U.S. adults living in households with guns do not store all of them in a locked location. The study highlights ongoing concerns about firearm safety, particularly given that gun injuries remain the...
Gen Z, Mental Health, and Firearm Suicide Risks

Gen Z, Mental Health, and Firearm Suicide Risks

A WHYY article highlights the growing intersection of youth mental health challenges and firearm access, citing a rise in gun suicides among Gen Z. Desmond Patton, Director of SAFELab at Penn, notes that young people are increasingly open about mental health,...