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Research In Action

The world of child injury prevention advances quickly in big and small steps each day. The Research In Action blog shares credible and timely commentary on the latest news, research, events, and more as we work together to keep children safe. We invite comments to spur friendly conversation among our readers. Please Contact Us for any information requests.

ICYMI April 2026

Published April 1, 2026 in Research in action

Read our latest roundup of notable child injury prevention news articles from March 2026.

ICYMI April 2026

Practical Solutions for Preventing Youth Gun Violence

Published March 19, 2018 in Research in action

Practical Solutions for Preventing Youth Gun Violence

Center for Violence Prevention Practice-Based Scholar Dr. Ruth Abaya shares practical and evidence-based solutions to help curb youth gun violence.

Help Children with ADHD Defuse Their Own Aggressive and Impulsive Behavior

Published February 8, 2018 in Research in action

Help Children with ADHD Defuse Their Own Aggressive and Impulsive Behavior

For children with ADHD, the potential for conflict with others is all around them, particularly at school. Learn strategies to head off situations and maintain positive environment.

New Resource Alert: Secondary Traumatic Stress Webinar Recording

Published February 7, 2018 in Research in action

New Resource Alert: Secondary Traumatic Stress Webinar Recording

View a recent webinar hosted by CHOP's Violence Prevention Initiative on identifying and addressing secondary traumatic stress for those working in healthcare settings.

Adverse Childhood Experiences in Youth with Autism

Published January 23, 2018 in Research in action

Adverse Childhood Experiences in Youth with Autism

Today, we explore an article that reviews studies on adverse childhood experiences in children with autism spectrum disorders.

It’s All About Balance: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Smartphones for Teens and Children

Published January 17, 2018 in Research in action

It’s All About Balance: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Smartphones for Teens and Children

Smartphone use in children and teens has become a cause for concern and can be a factor in depression and suicidal thoughts.

It’s About Exposure: High U.S. Childhood Mortality Rates Due to Car Crashes and Firearm Assaults

Published January 10, 2018 in Research in action

It’s About Exposure: High U.S. Childhood Mortality Rates Due to Car Crashes and Firearm Assaults

A new study reveals teen driver car crashes and gun assaults in the US have caused us to lag behind other wealthy nations in reducing childhood mortality rates.

Use of Technology Can Expand Clinicians’ Impact on Violence Prevention in the Emergency Department

Published January 4, 2018 in Research in action

Use of Technology Can Expand Clinicians’ Impact on Violence Prevention in the Emergency Department

Technology in the ED can make practicing violence prevention simple, evidence-based and time efficient for clinicians.