James A. Densley DPhil , David C. Pyrooz PhD , Jillian K. Peterson PhD
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Multivariable logistic regression models determined demographic, socio-economic, and firearm-related correlates of secure storage.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Approximately half of gun owners reported storing their firearms locked and unloaded, while two thirds reported having access in under 60 seconds. Secure storage was more common among women, individuals with children in the home, those who owned fewer firearms, and those whose primary firearm use was for hunting, sport, or collection. Unsecure storage was more prevalent among respondents who reported fears of being shot in various contexts, including at home, in their neighborhood, or at work. 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Factors Associated With Secure Firearm Storage Among U.S. Gun Owners
Introduction
This study examines the prevalence of secure firearm storage behaviors through direct and indirect measures, identifies associated factors, and provides insights for targeted public health interventions to reduce gun injury.
Methods
A cross-sectional survey of 10,000 respondents designed to be representative of U.S. adults was administered online in January 2024. Respondents self-reported firearm ownership and storage practices measured directly (locked and unloaded) and indirectly (If you need your firearm in the middle of the night, approximately how long would it take you to have it ready to use?). Multivariable logistic regression models determined demographic, socio-economic, and firearm-related correlates of secure storage.
Results
Approximately half of gun owners reported storing their firearms locked and unloaded, while two thirds reported having access in under 60 seconds. Secure storage was more common among women, individuals with children in the home, those who owned fewer firearms, and those whose primary firearm use was for hunting, sport, or collection. Unsecure storage was more prevalent among respondents who reported fears of being shot in various contexts, including at home, in their neighborhood, or at work. Certain demographic and contextual factors, notably, victimization history, political orientation, and the presence of child access prevention laws, were associated with secure storage according to one measure but not the other, highlighting differences in how these practices are measured.
Conclusions
Firearm storage behaviors are largely driven by perceptions of safety, highlighting the need for public health efforts that address fear and tailor messaging to groups less likely to store firearms securely.
期刊介绍:
The American Journal of Preventive Medicine is the official journal of the American College of Preventive Medicine and the Association for Prevention Teaching and Research. It publishes articles in the areas of prevention research, teaching, practice and policy. Original research is published on interventions aimed at the prevention of chronic and acute disease and the promotion of individual and community health.
Of particular emphasis are papers that address the primary and secondary prevention of important clinical, behavioral and public health issues such as injury and violence, infectious disease, women''s health, smoking, sedentary behaviors and physical activity, nutrition, diabetes, obesity, and substance use disorders. Papers also address educational initiatives aimed at improving the ability of health professionals to provide effective clinical prevention and public health services. Papers on health services research pertinent to prevention and public health are also published. The journal also publishes official policy statements from the two co-sponsoring organizations, review articles, media reviews, and editorials. Finally, the journal periodically publishes supplements and special theme issues devoted to areas of current interest to the prevention community.