Mass Shootings in the United States
Abstract
The authors describe approaches for defining a mass shooting, discuss how using these definitions can influence estimates of mass shooting levels and trends, then summarize findings from the literature regarding the characteristics of mass shootings and how mass shooting incidents affect individuals and communities. They conclude by discussing methodological challenges for evaluating how gun policies affect mass shootings.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gun Ownership and Violence Research
Homicide
Infanticide
and Child Abuse
Terrorism
Counterterrorism
and Political Violence
Publication details
- Journal / source
- RAND Corporation eBooks
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book