Parental Firearm Injury Linked to Significant Surge in Pediatric Psychiatric Disorders and Mental Health Service Utilization

Parental Firearm Injury Linked to Significant Surge in Pediatric Psychiatric Disorders and Mental Health Service Utilization

A large-scale longitudinal study reveals that children whose parents suffer firearm injuries face a significant increase in psychiatric diagnoses, particularly trauma-related disorders. These findings highlight the profound secondary psychological impact of firearm violence on families and the urgent need for trauma-informed pediatric care.
Beyond the Physical Wound: Parental Firearm Injuries Drive Significant Mental Health Burden in Children

Beyond the Physical Wound: Parental Firearm Injuries Drive Significant Mental Health Burden in Children

A large-scale retrospective study reveals that parental firearm injuries are associated with a significant surge in psychiatric diagnoses and mental health visits among children, particularly trauma-related disorders like PTSD, highlighting the profound intergenerational impact of firearm violence on family health systems.