Not surprisingly, defending your loved ones with a gun is no small task. When violence is imminent, if given the choice between bringing your loved ones close to you or creating distance, go for distance. In our simulations, the number of children and parents that suffered simulated gunshot wounds plummeted, even with parents holding children in their arms. Ending the fight will be the vehicle that ensures your own and your loved ones’ safety. Coordinating a strategy with your loved ones is a significant start toward improving your ability to effectively fight should the need arise.