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ArticleJournal of racial and ethnic health disparities2025

Understanding the Developmental Profiles of Young Black Sexual Minority Males Ages 14 to 24: Insights from Latent Profile Analysis.

Donte T Boyd, Xin Feng, Camille R Quin, Sally Kirklewski, Alexis Smith, Natasha Slesnick, Samanth V Hill

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  3. Developmental assets and mental health among black sexual minority male adolescents: A dominance analysis of depressive symptoms and suicidal behaviors.Journal of research on adolescence : the official journal of the Society for Research on Adolescence · 2026
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Donte T BoydCollege of Social Work, The Ohio State University, 1947 College RD, Columbus, OH, 325K43210, USA. Boyd.465@osu.edu.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9952-3116
Xin FengDepartment of Human Sciences, College of Education, The Ohio State University, 1945 N High St, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA.
Camille R QuinSchool of Social Work, University of Michigan, 1080 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
Sally KirklewskiDepartment of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Yale School of Public Health, 60 College Street, New Haven, CT, 06510, USA.
Alexis SmithSchool of Social Work, University of Michigan, 1080 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
Natasha SlesnickDepartment of Human Sciences, College of Education, The Ohio State University, 1945 N High St, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA.
Samanth V HillSchool of Medicine, Emory University, 2015 Uppergate Dr, Atlanta, GA, 30307, USA.

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NIMH NIH HHS 1R21MH130302-01A1
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introduction.Young Black sexual minority males (YBSMM; ages 14-24) navigate intersecting structural and interpersonal stressors that shape their mental, physical, and sexual health. Moving beyond deficit framings, we apply a person-centered lens to map developmental asset constellations-how internal and external strengths cluster within individuals. By emphasizing resilience and heterogeneity, this approach informs culturally responsive, strengths-based interventions to advance health equity and prevention outcomes.

methodsYBSMM (N= 548) residing in three Midwestern U.S. cities completed an online survey assessing external assets (e.g., support, other adult relationships) and internal assets (e.g., positive identity, positive values). Participants also provided demographic information and details about their living conditions, including food and housing security. Latent profile analysis-conducted with Mplus software-identified the most representative asset configurations after evaluating models with two to seven classes.

resultsFour distinct profiles were identified: Low Assets, Moderate Assets, Inconsistent Assets, and High Assets. The Low Assets group exhibited vulnerabilities associated with limited social support. The Moderate Assets group reported stable housing but remained susceptible to resource instability. The Inconsistent Assets group experienced pronounced food insecurity yet maintained a positive identity. The High Assets group, characterized by robust socioeconomic resources, demonstrated the highest levels of developmental assets.

conclusionThese findings underscore the complexity of development among YBSMM, highlighting the need for tailored interventions that promote economic stability, affirm identity, and expand access to resources. The results inform policy and practice enhancements that account for the nuanced socioeconomic contexts shaping YBSMM's experiences, fostering resilience and reducing health disparities. Future research should prioritize the design and implementation of strengths-based, culturally competent interventions.

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