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Sexuality and Suicidality: Matched-Pairs Analyses Reveal Unique Characteristics in Non-Heterosexual Suicidal Behaviors

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posted on 2023-05-18, 21:04 authored by Harris, KM
The present findings offer new perspectives on differences between suicide-risk heterosexuals and non-heterosexuals (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and questioning: LGBQ). Results from an anonymous online survey, employing standardized scales, showed that LGBQ participants reported significantly greater suicide-risk than heterosexuals. Seventy-nine matched pairs of suicide-risk LGBQ and heterosexuals were examined by individual suicide risk factors. Results showed no significant differences on separate measures of suicidal ideation; however, LGBQ participants were more likely to report suicide attempts, disclosure of suicidal intentions, and prediction of future suicide attempts. The LGBQ group also indicated greater likelihood of going online to develop new personal relationships. Multiple regression modeling was conducted to guide outreach and support efforts, revealing unique factors predicting help-seeking denial of suicide-risk LGBQ. Implications include the importance of online support and considering sexual minorities not just as a potential high-risk group, but also as a population with unique suicide risks and behaviors.

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Publication title

Archives of Sexual Behavior: An Interdisciplinary Research Journal

Volume

42

Issue

5

Pagination

729-37

ISSN

0004-0002

Department/School

Tasmanian School of Medicine

Publisher

Kluwer Academic/Plenum Publ

Place of publication

United States

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Copyright ?Springer Science+Business Media New York 2013

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  • Restricted

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Mental health services

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