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Supporting the emotional and psychological well being of sexual minority youth: Youth ideas for action

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  • Davis, Tamara S.
  • Saltzburg, Susan
  • Locke, Chris R.

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Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) populations are susceptible to stress-related mental health disorders because of daily imposed stigma and prejudice. Yet minimal information exists from the perspective of sexual minority youth about how to support them in managing a challenging social environment during critical stages of development. Through the lens of youth from two geographic communities this study examined what is needed to support GLBT adolescent mental health. The study employed inductive secondary analysis of qualitative and quantitative data gathered through Concept Mapping needs assessments. Findings include 61 unduplicated ideas for support across the two groups of youth; 14 primary themes emerged with 22 stated needs common among both groups. Areas of need in multiple service systems are identified. The importance of the supports for meeting youths' emotional needs varied between the two communities. Ideas generated represent youth ideas for improving conditions which contribute to disparate community supports needed to develop positive emotional and psychological well being. The findings are conceptualized with regard to psychological and physical safety; community impact on emotional well being; schools and psychosocial supports; and access to relevant mental health and health care. Discussion includes implications for practice and policy.

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  • Davis, Tamara S. & Saltzburg, Susan & Locke, Chris R., 2009. "Supporting the emotional and psychological well being of sexual minority youth: Youth ideas for action," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 31(9), pages 1030-1041, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:cysrev:v:31:y:2009:i:9:p:1030-1041
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