Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Suicide Far Outpaces Homicide in US, But Perception Is Just The Opposite

Suicide is twice as common as homicide in the U.S. — and more often involves firearms — but most Americans get it backwards.

In a new study, researchers suggest news reports, movies and TV shows may contribute to the perception of a high risk of firearm homicide. Unfortunately, this creates a substantial gap between ideas and reality, and could lead to further danger.

The new study, led by the University of Washington, Northeastern University and Harvard University, delves into public...


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