Homophobic Bullying and Suicidal Behavior Among US Heterosexual Youth.

ABSTRACT: Homophobic bullying is pervasive in schools, and has been linked with suicidality among sexual minority youth. In prior studies, heterosexual adolescents have typically served as the reference group to understand disparities facing sexual minority youth. Yet, heterosexual adolescents may also face homophobic bullying. We assessed the associations between homophobic bullying and risk factors for suicide (sadness/hopelessness, considering suicide, planning suicide, and attempting suicide) among youth who identify as heterosexual.

SUBMITTER: Parent MC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10372783 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature