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Observational studyJournal of clinical nursing2024

Examining suicide risk in sexual and gender minority youth: A descriptive observational study on depressive symptoms, social support and self-esteem.

Pablo Gómez-Chica, Lola Rueda-Ruzafa, Adrián Aparicio-Mota, Miguel Rodriguez-Arrastia, Carmen Ropero-Padilla, Cristian Rodriguez-Valbuena, Pablo Román

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Observational study in Journal of clinical nursing, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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7 authors at 3 institutions in 1 country.

Pablo Gómez-ChicaMediterráneo Hospital, Almería, Andalusía, Spain.
Lola Rueda-RuzafaResearch Group CTS-1114 Advances and Innovation in Health, University of Almería, Almería, Andalusía, Spain.ORCID 0000-0002-0151-8018
Adrián Aparicio-MotaResearch Group CTS-1114 Advances and Innovation in Health, University of Almería, Almería, Andalusía, Spain.
Miguel Rodriguez-ArrastiaResearch Group CTS-1114 Advances and Innovation in Health, University of Almería, Almería, Andalusía, Spain.ORCID 0000-0001-9430-4272
Carmen Ropero-PadillaResearch Group CTS-1114 Advances and Innovation in Health, University of Almería, Almería, Andalusía, Spain.ORCID 0000-0001-5883-767X
Cristian Rodriguez-ValbuenaFaculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing Science, Physiotherapy and Medicine, University of Almería, Almería, Andalusía, Spain.
Pablo RománResearch Group CTS-1114 Advances and Innovation in Health, University of Almería, Almería, Andalusía, Spain.ORCID 0000-0002-5966-0498
University of Almería · ESFundación Pública Andaluza para la Investigación de Málaga en Biomedicina y Salud · ESHospital HLA Mediterráneo · ES

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimTo understand the factors that contribute to the risk of suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (sexual minorities) youth.

backgroundThe increase in the likelihood of suicide has made it an urgent issue in public health, particularly among young people, where it now ranks as the fourth leading cause of death. This issue becomes even more significant when focusing on sexual minorities.

methodsA cross-sectional study was performed in targeted young individuals (15-29 years). Several variables were assessed, including suicide risk, self-esteem, presence and severity of depressive symptoms, perceived social support and self-reported levels of anxiety and depression.

resultsStatistically significant disparities were observed in suicide risk, presence of depressive symptoms and self-reported levels of anxiety and depression, all of which were more pronounced in sexual minority youth compared to heterosexual cisgender individuals. Likewise, statistically significant differences were noted concerning self-esteem and family support, both of which were lower in sexual minority youth.

conclusionThis study has identified risk factors, such as anxiety, depression and limited social support, as well as protective factors, like higher self-esteem and self-concept. Understanding and addressing all these factors are essential in reducing the elevated rates of suicide among sexual minority youth. Consequently, evidence-based interventions such as Gender and Sexuality Alliances, which empower and create safe spaces for sexual minority youth, possess substantial potential for effectively addressing this issue. IMPLICATIONS FOR THE PROFESSION: Given sexual minorities vulnerability, healthcare pros, especially nurses, must grasp suicide risk factors. They can help by educating, offering care, assessing risk and fighting stigma. This guarantees safety and access to mental health services for at-risk individuals from sexual minorities. REPORTING

methodThe reporting follows the STROBE checklist. PATIENT CONTRIBUTION: People who were invited to participate voluntarily completed a range of questionnaires.

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DepressionSelf ConceptSexual and Gender MinoritiesSocial SupportSuicideAdolescentAdultCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleRisk FactorsYoung Adultanxietydepressionsexual and gender minoritiessuicideyoung individuals

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