Gay, lesbian, bisexual youth bullied, abused more often than peers
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 16:30
in Psychology & Sociology
Young people who identify themselves as gay, lesbian or bisexual, experience same-sex attractions or engage in same-sex sexual behaviors are more likely to experience sexual abuse, parental physical abuse and bullying from peers than other youth, according to a new study. In addition, the meta-analysis found these adolescents were more likely to miss school due to fear.