Guns and Mental Health by Walk the Talk America
An honest and comprehensive discussion about guns and mental health. Two highly stigmatized cultures that have long stood across from each other, refusing to collaborate whenever tragedy strikes. That trend ends now. For firearms owners, clinicians, and the curious public.
Guns and Mental Health by Walk the Talk America
Ep 136: Rob Pincus Recaps National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms
In this conversation, Michael Sodini and Rob Pincus discuss their experiences at a recent gun violence prevention conference in Seattle. They reflect on the interactive nature of the event, the importance of engaging with researchers, and the challenges of addressing outdated data and misconceptions about gun ownership. The discussion highlights the need for more research focused on affected populations, particularly regarding suicide prevention, and the influence of funding on research outcomes. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the importance of honest dialogue and the recognition of responsible gun ownership. In this conversation, Rob Pincus and Michael Sodini discuss the complexities of gun research, the intersection of activism and objectivity in scientific inquiry, and the challenges faced by gun owners in a politically charged environment. They reflect on a recent conference where the keynote speaker's approach raised concerns about research integrity, and they critique the presence of gun control advocates at the event. The discussion emphasizes the need for diverse perspectives in gun research, the importance of mental health considerations in gun laws, and the upcoming Walk the Talk America survey aimed at gathering data from real gun owners.
Walk the Talk America would like to thank our partners who make these conversations possible and want to highlight our top two partner tiers below!
Platinum Tier:
Ruger
Armscor
Gold Tier:
NASGW
Lipsey's
Davidson's
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Conference Overview
01:51 Interactive Learning and Engagement at the Conference
04:26 Positive Interactions and Challenging Perspectives
08:15 Addressing Outdated Data and Misconceptions
11:48 The Importance of Acknowledging Limitations in Research
14:09 Funding and Research Focus on Affected Populations
18:41 Navigating Sensitive Topics in Gun Violence Discussions
22:14 The Role of Funding in Research and Outcomes
27:10 Common Themes and Misconceptions in Gun Research
29:08 Research and Narrative Conflicts
30:03 Keynote Speaker Insights
31:58 Activism vs. Objectivity in Research
33:25 Gun Control Pep Rally at the Conference
36:45 Confronting Gun Control Advocates
39:29 The Need for Diverse Perspectives
42:06 Collaboration with Opposing Views
44:11 Lack of Research on Assault Weapons
46:24 The Importance of Mental Health in Gun Laws
48:57 Upcoming Walk the Talk America Survey
