danger, provide self-defense, or serve as symbols of status. However, in America during 2020, there was a notable number of deaths among children and teenagers due to gun-related injuries (Sheehan, Ann Nov-Dec 2023). Veronica Sullins, a researcher at UCLA Health, explains that treating these injuries can be prohibitively expensive, placing a significant financial burden on families who cannot afford it. This exacerbates economic challenges every time gun-related conflicts arise. Moreover, crimes such…
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