Rising Firearm Deaths Among Children and Adolescents Spark Concerns Over Mental Health Impact
Atlanta, Georgia – Firearm injuries and deaths among children and adolescents have been on the rise in the United States, impacting communities across the country. Recent data reveals a troubling trend with firearms now claiming more young lives than any other cause, surpassing even motor vehicle crashes. The increase in firearm-related fatalities has raised concerns about the well-being of children and adolescents, prompting a closer look at the impacts of gun violence on youth. A …