TrevorProject：2022年美国LGBTQ青年心理健康调查_28页_6mb

Summary of The Trevor Project's 2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health

Core Content

The Trevor Project's 2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health highlights the mental health challenges faced by LGBTQ youth aged 13-24 in the United States. The survey, which includes one of the most diverse samples of LGBTQ youth ever conducted, reveals that rates of suicidal thoughts and attempts have increased over the past three years, emphasizing the urgent need for support and intervention.

Key Findings

• Suicidal Thoughts & Attempts:

  • 45% of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year.
  • 14% attempted suicide in the past year.
  • Transgender and nonbinary youth had higher rates of both considered and attempted suicide compared to cisgender youth.
  • LGBTQ youth of color reported higher suicide attempt rates than their white peers.
  • Youth with high social support from family had less than half the suicide attempt rate of those with low or moderate support.
  • Only 1 in 3 transgender and nonbinary youth found their home to be gender-affirming.
  • LGBTQ youth in accepting communities had significantly lower suicide attempt rates.

• Mental Health Issues:

  • 73% of LGBTQ youth experienced symptoms of anxiety.
  • 58% experienced symptoms of depression.
  • Transgender and nonbinary youth had higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to cisgender youth.
  • LGBTQ youth of color also reported higher rates of these mental health issues.

• Barriers to Mental Health Care:

  • 60% of LGBTQ youth who wanted mental health care in the past year were unable to access it.
  • Transgender and nonbinary youth were more likely to face barriers.
  • Lack of understanding from care providers and fear of discrimination were major reasons for not receiving care.

• Impact of Current Events:

  • The pandemic and anti-transgender legislation have had a negative impact on LGBTQ youth mental health.
  • 56% of LGBTQ youth reported poor mental health due to the pandemic.
  • 93% of transgender and nonbinary youth worried about being denied gender-affirming care due to state laws.
  • 91% worried about being denied access to bathrooms, and 83% worried about being denied the ability to play sports.

• Unique Challenges:

  • LGBTQ youth who experienced anti-LGBTQ victimization, including conversion therapy, had more than twice the suicide attempt rate.
  • 17% of LGBTQ youth reported being subjected to or threatened with conversion therapy.

• Sources of Joy:

  • LGBTQ youth found joy in various aspects such as support from family, LGBTQ representation in media, and affirming spaces.
  • Over 300 sources of joy were identified, including therapy, drag shows, and LGBTQ communities.

Ways to Support LGBTQ Youth

• Family Support: High levels of family support significantly reduce suicide attempt rates.
• Community & School Acceptance: LGBTQ-affirming communities and schools provide safer environments and reduce suicide risk.
• Media Representation: Seeing LGBTQ representation in TV, music, and other media improves self-esteem and mental health.
• Affirming Spaces: Access to safe spaces and supportive friends and peers is crucial for mental well-being.

Methodology

• The survey was conducted from September 20 to December 31, 2021, using an online platform.
• A sample of 33,993 LGBTQ youth aged 13-24 was collected through targeted social media ads.
• The survey included a wide range of questions (up to 143) and was validated by an independent Institutional Review Board.
• Questions on suicide were based on the CDC's Youth Risk Behavior Survey, allowing for comparison with national data.

Demographics

• By Age:

  • 62% of respondents were aged 13-17.
  • 38% were aged 18-24.

• By Sexual Orientation:

  • 1% identified as straight or heterosexual.
  • 12% as gay.
  • 13% as lesbian.
  • 31% as bisexual.
  • 20% as pansexual.
  • 10% as queer.
  • 4% as questioning.
  • 9% as asexual.

• By Gender Identity:

  • 29% identified as girl or woman.
  • 25% as boy or man.
  • 37% as nonbinary, bigender, genderfluid, or genderqueer.
  • 9% as unsure or questioning.

• By Race/Ethnicity:

  • 55% identified as white.
  • 1% as Middle Eastern/Northern African.
  • 1% as Native/Indigenous.
  • 5% as Asian American/Pacific Islander.
  • 7% as Black.
  • 17% as Latinx.
  • 14% as more than one race/ethnicity.

Conclusion

The survey underscores the critical role of family support, community acceptance, and access to affirming mental health care in improving the well-being of LGBTQ youth. It also highlights the ongoing challenges posed by societal stigma, anti-LGBTQ legislation, and the pandemic, all of which contribute to mental health disparities. The Trevor Project continues to advocate for inclusive policies and provide 24/7 crisis services to support LGBTQ youth across the globe.