Abstract
Firearm suicide: Pathways to risk and methods of prevention.
Houtsma, C., Butterworth, S., & Anestis, M.
Highlights
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Firearms account for approximately half of all suicides in the US.
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Firearm ownership and unsafe storage increase risk of firearm suicide.
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Firearm knowledge, availability, and acceptability increase risk of firearm suicide.
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Means safety strategies are varied and are effective in preventing firearm suicide.
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Legislation, safe storage, and lethal means counseling can prevent firearm suicide.