Risk Factors for Suicide among Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Youths
- 1 September 1994
- journal article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Social Work
- Vol. 39 (5) , 504-513
- https://doi.org/10.1093/sw/39.5.504
Abstract
The study described in this article explores risk factors for suicide among gay, lesbian, and bisexual youths. A convenience sample of 221 self-identified gay, lesbian, and bisexual youths who attended youth groups across the United States and Canada were given the Adolescent Health Questionnaire, which assessed family issues, the social environment, and self-perceptions. The youths' scores were significantly associated with suicidal ideation and attempts. Implications for social services are discussed.Keywords
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