Can a bystander program keep kids safe around firearms?
NCT ID NCT04804189
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a program called Guardians 4 Health, which teaches youth and adults in shooting sports clubs how to step in and prevent firearm injuries. Researchers worked with 4-H Shooting Sports Clubs across the U.S. to see if the program changed people's intentions to act safely. The study included 801 participants and focused on improving safety norms and behaviors.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Guardians 4 Health bystander intervention program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help reduce firearm injuries among youth by encouraging safe storage and bystander intervention.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage behavioral study with no direct medical treatment. Results may not apply to all communities, and the study faced under-enrollment.
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Locations
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Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, Rhode Island, 02903, United States