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Parental Experiences of Supporting the Mental Health of Their LGBTQA+ Child

Young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning, asexual and other diverse genders and sexualities (LGBTQA+) are at greater risk of adverse mental health outcomes and suicide, with additional barriers to accessing safe and affirming physical and mental health services in comparison to the general population.

Citation:
Gilbert JM, Strauss P, Drake D, Stain H, Perry Y, Cook A, Lin A, Morgan H. Parental Experiences of Supporting the Mental Health of Their LGBTQA+ Child. LGBTQ Fam. 2024.

Keywords:
Adolescent; gender identity; parenting; sexual orientation; Suicide; transgender

Abstract:
Young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning, asexual and other diverse genders and sexualities (LGBTQA+) are at greater risk of adverse mental health outcomes and suicide, with additional barriers to accessing safe and affirming physical and mental health services in comparison to the general population.