Youth who self-identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual at higher suicide risk, say researchers
Friday, February 5, 2010 - 13:28
in Psychology & Sociology
Mental health professionals have long-known that gay, lesbian and bisexual teens face significantly elevated risks of mental health problems, including suicidal thoughts and suicidal attempts. However, a group of researchers has now come to the conclusion that self-identity is the crucial risk-factor, rather than actual sexual behaviors.