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Key Points Question What are the patterns, frequency, and duration of handgun carrying among youths growing up in rural areas? Findings This cohort study of 2002 rural students found 6… Click to show full abstract
Key Points Question What are the patterns, frequency, and duration of handgun carrying among youths growing up in rural areas? Findings This cohort study of 2002 rural students found 6 distinct trajectories of handgun carrying, with many youths initiating handgun carrying at least as early as 12 years of age, and more than 20% of some groups carrying a handgun 40 or more times in the past 12 months. Meaning This study suggests that prevention programs to reduce the risk of firearm-related harm should be delivered early in the elementary school period.
Journal Title: JAMA Network Open
Year Published: 2022
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