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 137: Kenny Barlow Recaps National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms
In this episode of the Guns and Mental Health podcast, host Michael Sodini and Kenny Barlow discuss their experiences at the National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearms-Related Harms.
They explore the diverse perspectives on firearm research, the importance of technology in gun safety, and the challenges faced in the field. The conversation emphasizes the need for education and awareness to address misconceptions surrounding firearms and mental health while also highlighting innovative solutions for improving gun safety practices.
In this conversation, Kenny Barlow and Michael Sodini discuss the challenges and nuances surrounding gun policy, mainly focusing on outdated data, reliable research, and the role of anecdotal evidence in shaping perceptions of firearm safety. They emphasize the need for credible messengers in the gun rights conversation and explore innovative solutions for gun storage and safety. The discussion highlights the importance of building trust within the community and the necessity of supporting research that accurately reflects the realities of gun ownership and mental health.
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