TY - JOUR PY - 2015// TI - Improving systematic response in the face of homicide: family and friends of homicide victims service needs JO - Violence and victims A1 - Metzger, Jed A1 - Mastrocinque, Jeanna M. A1 - Navratil, Peter A1 - Cerulli, Catherine SP - 522 EP - 532 VL - 30 IS - 3 N2 - 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.

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