- Prevalence: About 1 in 11 youth/young adults reported ever searching for gun-related harm content online, with lower but meaningful rates for specific behaviors (e.g., 2.5% for self-harm).
- Risk factors: Searches were associated with older age, poor home conditions, greater exposure to gun violence, and especially suicidal ideation (more than 2× higher odds).
- Motivations: Curiosity was the most common driver, but many sought information privately or due to lack of trusted offline resources.
- Access points: Most information was found via specific webpages and social media, indicating key intervention points.
- Implication: Online searches for gun-related harm may act as early warning signals, supporting the need for combined digital interventions and broader social/structural supports.
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