Why does NVDRS collect circumstances of a violent death and what are some of the circumstances collected?
NVDRS collects circumstances of a violent death so that the death can be placed into context, hopefully giving some idea as to why it occurred. Circumstances are recorded by police, medical examiners, and coroners. For suicides, circumstances may include a history of depression or other mental health problems; recent problems with a job, finances, or relationships; or the recent death of a family member. Homicide circumstances may include recent problems with a job, finances or relationships; a family dispute; gang activity; or drugs.
