The moderating effect of physical activity on the relationship between bullying and mental health among sexual and gender minority youth.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sexual and gender minority youth frequently experience bullying, which often contributes to higher depressive symptoms and lower self-esteem. Given that physical activity (PA) can mitigate depressive symptoms and improve self-esteem, we examined the moderating effect of PA on the relationship between bullying and mental health among sexual and gender minority youth.

Methods

Data from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer National Teen Survey (n = 9890) were analyzed. Hierarchical regression analyses examined the influence of history and frequency of being bullied, PA, and the interaction of these variables on depressive symptoms and self-esteem. Simple slopes analyses were used to probe significant interactions.

Results

Results indicated the im

SUBMITTER: Kirklewski SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9923398 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature