Article
Promoting Mental Health among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Questioning Youth: Implications for Practice
Journal of Mental Health and Social Behaviour
(2021)
Abstract
The experiences of adolescents who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, and questioning (LGBQ) are situated in pervasive heterosexism. The potential for oppression of LGBQ youth of color and/or those holding non-Christian beliefs, are exponentially increased. Historical, social, political, and cultural contexts also influence experiences of marginalization. The ecological perspective, combined with risk and resilience theory, form a conceptual basis to clarify the reciprocal relationships between LGBQ youth and their environments. Together, these theories assist in locating optimal intervention points for mental health professionals, ensuring the best possible outcomes for this population. Utilizing these theoretical frameworks, the author discusses the importance of recognizing and advocating for strategies to promote health and mental well-being among LGBQ youth.
Keywords
- Lesbian,
- Gay,
- Bisexual,
- Adolescent,
- Youth,
- Risk and Resilience,
- Ecological Theory
Disciplines
Publication Date
April, 2021
DOI
https://doi.org/10.33790/jmhsb1100135
Citation Information
Mallinger, G. (2021). Promoting Mental Health among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Questioning Youth: Implications for Practice. J Ment Health Soc Behav 3(1):135.