Firearm-related experiences and perceptions among United States male veterans: A qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE:Male veterans ages 55-74 comprise a disproportionate number of suicide deaths among United States veterans, for whom a majority of suicides are firearm-related. Little is known about the firearm-related experiences and beliefs of veterans, which could be informative for firearm-related lethal means safety interventions. The aim of this qualitative study was to identify themes relevant to developing such interventions among older male veterans. METHODS:We conducted semi-structured qualitative interviews with seventeen United States male veterans, ages 50-70, who were eligible to receive Veterans Health Administration services, and were current or former firearm owners or users. Transcripts were analyzed via thematic analysis using an inductive approach. RESULTS:Six them

SUBMITTER: Simonetti JA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7064196 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature