Curr Psychiatry Rep February 2021 PMID 33570688

Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents.

Valentina Cimolai, Jacob Schmitz, Aradhana Bela Sood

Mentions

25
Peak: 4 in Jun 2022
across 5 sources since Feb 2021

Extended reach

13,308
potential audience

Total likes

317

Video views

159

Mentions per month

Feb 2021 – Nov 2024

Where it's discussed

  • News10 articles
  • X / Twitter9 posts
  • Blogs3 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Bluesky1 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall digital discussions reflect strong agreement and concern about the article, with many participants emphasizing children’s vulnerability and long-term mental health risks through phrases like 'serious issues' and 'not great.' Examples such as references to the study's focus on PTSD and trauma show deep engagement and acknowledgment of the research’s importance, which underscores the high perceived impact of this issue on society.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the seriousness of the article's findings and support the importance of addressing mental health impacts of mass shootings on youth.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high engagement with the topic, indicating concern and curiosity about the consequences of gun violence on children's mental health.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to the study, citations of related research, and emotive appeals about children's safety, demonstrating meaningful engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The discourse emphasizes significant societal and individual consequences, highlighting how gun violence affects mental health and the need for preventative measures.

Abstract in brief

  • This text discusses the impact of mass shootings on the mental health of children and adolescents, highlighting that while many are exposed to gun violence, those directly involved or at higher risk face serious issues like PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
  • It emphasizes the importance of developing prevention and treatment programs based on a public health approach, focusing on understanding risk and protective factors, and addressing the mental health needs of survivors.
  • The overall message is that more research and efforts are needed to prevent mass shootings and effectively support young survivors’ mental health.]

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
DSShakespeare Pal/He/Marlowe
@dsshake.bsky.social · Bluesky

Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents Chronic Trauma

Nov 24, 2024 · 316 likes · 83 shares View post →
Alok Patel
@AlokPatelMD · X

And those with direct exposure or risk factors, such as being young, may be at higher risk of long term conditions such as PTSD You don't actually need a study or survey to understand this. Young developing minds exposed to gun violence = not great. 5/ https://t.co/qfS247bw1J

Jun 10, 2022 · 6,547 followers View post →
Atle Dyregrov
@Dyregrov · X

Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents | SpringerLink https://t.co/tSdEVPDnH5

Feb 13, 2021 · 1 share · 3,480 followers View post →
The Consortium
@Consortium_RBFP · X

“Correction to: Effects of mass shootings on the mental health of children and adolescents” Valentina Cimolai of @childrensatvcu; Jacob Schmitz & Aradhana Bela Sood of @VCUHealth in Current Psychiatry Reports https://t.co/gAvdBb3Qh5 #ResearchRecap

Apr 28, 2021 · 1,043 followers View post →
William Yule
@CAWBill · X

RT @Dyregrov: Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents | SpringerLink https://t.co/tSdEVPDnH5

Feb 13, 2021 · 1 share · 688 followers View post →
PsychiatryAI.com
@PsychiatryAIcom · X

Correction to: Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents https://t.co/pBhYh2Lfr9

Mar 16, 2021 · 435 followers View post →

All mentions

DSShakespeare Pal/He/Marlowe
@dsshake.bsky.social · Bluesky

Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents Chronic Trauma

Nov 24, 2024 · 316 likes · 83 shares View post →
Alok Patel
@AlokPatelMD · X

And those with direct exposure or risk factors, such as being young, may be at higher risk of long term conditions such as PTSD You don't actually need a study or survey to understand this. Young developing minds exposed to gun violence = not great. 5/ https://t.co/qfS247bw1J

Jun 10, 2022 · 6,547 followers View post →
MagnificentMesons
@MMesons · X

Full paper: https://t.co/v8zsmNJZNe

Jun 4, 2022 · 15 followers View post →
MagnificentMesons
@MMesons · X

Furthermore, mass shootings have significant mental health outcomes for children and adolescent survivors. https://t.co/v7yLotPeyy

Jun 4, 2022 · 15 followers View post →
TROLLHELL.COM
@troll_hell · X

@assaultclip @lanchestor @17_buckets @Hermandagerman9 @pappy_whittle @TexitDarling It goes back 2b being scared for the kids. You think kids would be ok with bullets buzzing all over the place? But being the "caring parent" I sure you'll have your kids in front setting the pace...https://t.co/CNLJN6MaKB

Dec 12, 2021 · 322 followers View post →
The Consortium
@Consortium_RBFP · X

“Correction to: Effects of mass shootings on the mental health of children and adolescents” Valentina Cimolai of @childrensatvcu; Jacob Schmitz & Aradhana Bela Sood of @VCUHealth in Current Psychiatry Reports https://t.co/gAvdBb3Qh5 #ResearchRecap

Apr 28, 2021 · 1,043 followers View post →
PsychiatryAI.com
@PsychiatryAIcom · X

Correction to: Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents https://t.co/pBhYh2Lfr9

Mar 16, 2021 · 435 followers View post →
William Yule
@CAWBill · X

RT @Dyregrov: Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents | SpringerLink https://t.co/tSdEVPDnH5

Feb 13, 2021 · 1 share · 688 followers View post →
Atle Dyregrov
@Dyregrov · X

Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents | SpringerLink https://t.co/tSdEVPDnH5

Feb 13, 2021 · 1 share · 3,480 followers View post →
PsychiatryAI.com
@PsychiatryAIcom · X

Effects of Mass Shootings on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents https://t.co/rtZemKmzcm

Feb 11, 2021 · 435 followers View post →