Age Differences in the Associations Between Outness and Suicidality Among LGBTQ+ Youth.

Brian A Feinstein Ethan H Mereish Mary Rose Mamey Cindy J Chang Jeremy T Goldbach

Published in: Archives of suicide research : official journal of the International Academy for Suicide Research (2022)

These findings suggest that the associations between outness and suicidality among LGBTQ+ youth may depend on age as well as the dimension of suicidality (ideation versus attempt). HighlightsBeing more open about one's LGBTQ+ identity may confer risk for suicidality.The influence of outness on suicidal ideation may be strongest during adolescence.There is a need for LGBTQ+ affirming policies and laws to reduce suicidality.

Keyphrases

depressive symptoms
physical activity
mental health
young adults
public health
minimally invasive