title: Improving Systematic Response in the Face of Homicide: Family and Friends of Homicide Victims Service Needs.
abstract: Homicide is a pressing issue in America. This study used qualitative data obtained from focus groups of family and friends of homicide victims (FFHV) to assess and better meet the needs of victims post homicide. The study results posit myriad changes to the systematic response to homicide. The article concludes with recommendations for training and resources, with specific attention to legal, law enforcement, medical, and behavioral health providers.
authors.forename: Jed
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Metzger
authors.forename: Jeanna M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Mastrocinque
authors.forename: Peter
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Navratil
authors.forename: Catherine
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Cerulli
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D019548:Crime Victims / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D005195:Family Relations; D005260:Female; D017144:Focus Groups; D033062:Friends; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D006708:Homicide / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006801:Humans; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D008297:Male; D020380:Needs Assessment / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D012944:Social Support; D017741:Survivors / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D014481:United States; D055815:Young Adult