About The Study: In this cross-sectional study of U.S. participants, intentional searches for gun-related harm content were reported by a notable minority of youth and young adults, especially those facing structural disadvantages and mental health distress. Public health strategies that combine digital interventions with structural reforms offer promising avenues to reduce gun-related harm among vulnerable populations.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Kimberly J. Mitchell, PhD, email kimberly.mitchell@unh.edu .
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