Research In Action
Research In Action
Read our latest roundup of notable child injury prevention news articles from November 2025.
Reducing Harm from Gun Violence
A new expert report argues that reducing U.S. gun violence will require a broad, community-focused prevention strategy — including stronger gun laws, socioeconomic investment, and targeted support programs — rather than relying primarily on the criminal justice system.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, or “scromiting,” is a rising condition in the U.S. in which chronic marijuana users, especially adolescents, experience severe, uncontrollable vomiting and abdominal pain that often requires emergency care and can be life-threatening.
The U.S. Transportation Department has approved a new female crash-test dummy, though its widespread adoption in testing and regulations is not yet guaranteed.
Rethinking Suicide Risk with S.C.S
Some clinicians argue that relying on patients to disclose suicidal intent is insufficient, and a proposed diagnosis called suicide crisis syndrome (S.C.S.)—characterized by intense hopelessness, agitation, and withdrawal—may better identify those at imminent risk of suicide even when they deny suicidal thoughts.
Blue Envelope Program for Autistic Drivers
Utah has launched a “Blue Envelope” program that helps drivers on the autism spectrum communicate their needs during traffic stops, reducing sensory stress and improving interactions with police.
