A new scoping review co-authored by Joel Fein examines emergency department (ED)-based interventions for youth with assault-related injuries. The study found that most interventions—such as case management, psychosocial support, and mentorship—were resource-intensive and often extended beyond the ED in collaboration with community organizations. While many interventions showed positive outcomes, limitations included small sample sizes, attrition, and short follow-up periods. The authors call for more research on community-informed, scalable ED interventions and a broader focus on patient-centered and strengths-based outcomes.
Scoping Review on ED-Based Violence Interventions for Youth
