Protecting Kids From Gun Violence with Emily Lieberman, MD

Firearms are the number one cause of death for kids in the United States. It's a startling statistic that Lurie Children's physician and mass shooting survivor, Dr. Emily Lieberman, wants to change. This episode covers the importance of secure gun and ammunition storage to help prevent accidental and intentional shootings, the mental health impact of witnessing gun violence, legislative changes to curtail gun violence, and how parents can navigate these difficult topics with their children. This episode also includes a recounting of Dr. Lieberman's personal experience in a mass shooting.