What leads teens to carry guns in dating relationships? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07404800
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 1,500 teens and young adults over time to understand what factors increase or decrease the risk of gun access, carrying, and use in the context of dating violence. Researchers will also interview known gun carriers to learn about their experiences. The goal is to inform prevention efforts, not to test a treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could identify key factors that lead to gun carrying and use in dating violence, helping design better prevention programs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and findings may not apply to all communities.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas, 77054, United States
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