Re:suicide
There have been studies that show a gun is an easy way out, because it is sudden and final. Methods that take time carry out or are slower to take effect (drugs for example) and more painful have shown to deter suicidal persons in some cases. I believe the fences at the Golden Gate Bridge were used as an example; the time it takes to climb them gives the person time to rethink about what they are doing.
Of course, if someone REALLY wants to off themself then they'll find a way without a gun.
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