Examining the patterns and factors of firearm-related intimate partner violence across different age groups.

Patterns of firearm-related intimate partner violence across developmental stages: Risk and protective factors

['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY · NIH-10994430

This study looks at how gun-related violence in relationships changes as people grow and what factors can help keep them safe or put them at risk, so we can better understand and prevent these situations for everyone involved.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorVANDERBILT UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10994430 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates the patterns of firearm-related intimate partner violence (IPV) across various developmental stages, focusing on how risk and protective factors differ among individuals. By utilizing a social-ecological framework, the study aims to analyze community, interpersonal, individual, and situational factors that contribute to both victimization and perpetration of IPV involving firearms. The research will gather data on nonfatal firearm-related IPV incidents to better understand the dynamics at play and inform prevention strategies. This work is particularly relevant given the significant health disparities observed in IPV rates among different demographics.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals of all ages who have experienced or are at risk of intimate partner violence, particularly those in communities disproportionately affected by such violence.

Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced intimate partner violence or are not at risk for such violence may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies that reduce the incidence of firearm-related intimate partner violence, ultimately saving lives and enhancing community safety.

How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on intimate partner violence, this specific focus on firearm-related IPV across developmental stages is relatively novel and has not been extensively studied.

Where this research is happening

Nashville, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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