Research In Action
Research In Action
Read our latest roundup of notable child injury prevention news articles from January 2025.
Disasters -- like the recent wildfires in LA -- leave behind more than just physical destruction; they also take an emotional toll. In the aftermath, frontline workers and communities are turning to a method called Psychological First Aid to help survivors process trauma and begin to recover.
Water Bead Ingestion and Neurotoxicity
This case study describes both the shorter term gastrointestinal side effects and long term neurodevelopmental impact of associated acrylamide toxicity in a young child who ingested water beads.
Supervised Practice for Novice Drivers in NJ
Student drivers in New Jersey now must complete 50 hours of supervised practice before getting their licenses—a change aimed at making roads safer.
The Impact of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
A new study examines the impact of the launch of 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline on the growth and availability of crisis services, including mobile, psychiatric walk-in, peer support, and suicide prevention services.
The Legacy and Momentum of Gun Violence Prevention Efforts
Former directors of the now dissolved White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention reflect on the impact of their initiatives in a two part interview for The Trace.
