Preventing Firearm Violence in Youth: A Hospital-based Prevention Strategy

Launched by VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY · Oct 13, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at ways to reduce violence among young people, especially those who have been hurt by violence, like gunshot wounds. The researchers want to find out if special programs offered in hospitals can help these young people not only recover from their injuries but also avoid getting into more dangerous situations, like using guns, drugs, or engaging in aggressive behavior. By studying these interventions, they hope to see if they can lower the chances of these youths getting hurt again.

To participate, young people aged 10 to 17 who are receiving treatment for a violence-related injury in the hospital can be included, along with their adult caregivers. It's important that they speak English and live in a specific area around Richmond City. If you're eligible and choose to join, you’ll be part of a program that aims to help you and your family deal with the effects of violence in a supportive way. The study is currently looking for participants, and your involvement could contribute to understanding how to better protect young people from violence in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Youth are aged 10-17 years and their adult caregivers are aged 18 years and older
• • 2. Receiving treatment in the hospital for a violence-related injury (e.g., gunshot wound) or referred to BTG/IVPP services
• • 3. English speaking
• • 4. Eligible for BTG services (which includes living within the BTG catchment area for the hospital; Richmond City and neighboring counties)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Youth are \< 10 years old
• • 2. Youth are \> 18 years old
• • 3. Prisoners