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This analysis aims to identify modifiable risk factors associated with violence among youth who have experienced violent injuries.

June 10, 2026YouthOpen Access

Modifiable Risk Factors for Youth Firearm Violence Prevention: A Baseline Descriptive Analysis from a Hospital Violence Intervention Program Evaluation

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Quasi-experimental study evaluates modifiable risk factors in youth with violent injuries, suggesting intervention focus may need adjustment.

This analysis aims to identify modifiable risk factors associated with violence among youth who have experienced violent injuries.
Quasi-experimental study design
Participants aged 17–24 treated for violent injuries (N=48) at a Level 1 Trauma Center
Descriptive analyses of baseline assessments, including substance use, employment, housing, and firearm beliefs.
38% of participants reported PTSD, 73% were unemployed or marginally employed, and 55% used marijuana daily.
50% denied carrying firearms in the past 12 months, with mixed beliefs about firearm necessity for protection.
Findings suggest that HVIPs might need to reconsider their focus on firearm behaviors for youth.

Contreras et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Quasi-experimental study evaluates modifiable risk factors in youth with violent injuries, suggesting intervention focus may need adjustment.