Risk and protective factors for mental health outcomes among sexual minority and heterosexual college women and men

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Kimberly A. Tyler ◽  
Colleen M. Ray
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Protective Factors ◽  
College Women ◽  
Sexual Minority ◽  
Risk And Protective Factors ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes

scholarly journals Ordinary magic in extraordinary circumstances: Predictors of positive mental health outcomes for early adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Ashworth ◽  
David W. Putwain ◽  
Shane McLoughlin ◽  
Pooja Saini ◽  
Jennifer Chopra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Protective Factors ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Early Adolescents ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes ◽  
Health And Wellbeing ◽  
Good Mental Health ◽  
General Wellbeing

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions have had a negative impact on the mental health and wellbeing of many people worldwide, but there is evidence to suggest this has been a particularly challenging for adolescents. However, there is a paucity of research examining the factors that have promoted good mental health during this time. The aim of the current study was to identify the protective factors among early adolescents in the UK that promoted better mental health outcomes (internalising and externalising difficulties, and wellbeing) during the first national COVID-19 lockdown. Between September and December 2020, 290 11–14 year olds across the North West of England were recruited to complete an online survey, consisting of several measures pertaining to their experiences of lockdown, and their mental health and wellbeing. Hierarchical multiple regression was used to analyse the data. Results indicated that higher participant-rated lockdown experience (the extent to which it was fun, easy, and good) and higher levels of optimism were protective factors for all three outcomes of interest. Greater adherence to Government guidance was also a protective factor for internalising difficulties and general wellbeing. Stronger family connection was a protective factor for externalising difficulties only, while stronger peer connection was a protective factor for general wellbeing only. In summary, the ‘ordinary magic’ of supportive relationships and positive experiences appear to be some of the key factors needed to ensure adolescents maintain good mental health and wellbeing, and to help them overcome the difficulties posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals Exploring the Risk and Protective Factors for the Mental Health of Sexual Minority Asian Americans

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 624-624
Author(s):  
Jason Flatt ◽  
Rachel Whitmer ◽  
Paola Gilsanz
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Protective Factors ◽  
South Asian ◽  
Asian Americans ◽  
Asian American ◽  
Sexual Minority ◽  
Lesbian And Gay ◽  
Environment And Health

Abstract This study characterizes the mental health of Asian American older adults (aged 60+) who identify as sexual minorities (SM or lesbian, gay, bisexual) and compare to their non-Asian American and non-SM counterparts. Data were from the Research Program on Genes, Environment and Health (Aged 60+; N=185,478), a representative sample of healthcare members from Northern California. It includes SM (N=447) and heterosexual/non-SM (N=15,772) older adults who identify as Asian American (Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, and South Asian) and non-Asian American SM (N=3,890). Rates of dementia, anxiety, and PTSD were similar for both SM and non-SM Asian Americans. However, older lesbian and gay Asian Americans were more likely to have a depression diagnosis (30% vs. 18%, p=0.002) compared to non-SM. Overall, mental health outcomes were lower for Asian American SM compared to non-Asian American SM. We discuss need for understanding protective factors for mental health and implications for future interventions.

scholarly journals Comparing substance use and mental health outcomes among sexual minority and heterosexual women in probability and non-probability samples

2018 ◽  
Vol 185 ◽  
pp. 285-292 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laurie A. Drabble ◽  
Karen F. Trocki ◽  
Rachael A. Korcha ◽  
Jamie L. Klinger ◽  
Cindy B. Veldhuis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Sexual Minority ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes ◽  
Heterosexual Women

scholarly journals Racial/ethnic differences in identity and mental health outcomes among young sexual minority women.

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 380-390 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kimberly F. Balsam ◽  
Yamile Molina ◽  
Jessica A. Blayney ◽  
Tiara Dillworth ◽  
Lindsey Zimmerman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Ethnic Differences ◽  
Sexual Minority ◽  
Minority Women ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes ◽  
Sexual Minority Women ◽  
Racial Ethnic

Social Connectedness, Self-Efficacy, and Mental Health Outcomes Among Homeless Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 50 (7) ◽  
pp. 989-1014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Begun ◽  
Kimberly A. Bender ◽  
Samantha M. Brown ◽  
Anamika Barman-Adhikari ◽  
Kristin Ferguson
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Protective Factors ◽  
Substance Use Disorder ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Connectedness ◽  
Homeless Youth ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes

Homeless youth frequently meet diagnosis criteria for depressive and/or substance use disorder(s). Although prior research has established that both social connectedness and self-efficacy buffer vulnerable youth’s adverse health outcomes, few studies have compared the potential of these protective factors on homeless youth’s mental well-being. The current study analyzes comparative effects of social connectedness and self-efficacy on meeting criteria for major depressive disorder, substance use disorder, and the co-occurrence of both disorders among a sample of 601 service-seeking homeless youth in Austin, Denver, and Los Angeles. Hierarchical logistic regressions indicate that while both social connectedness and self-efficacy constructs are valuable protective factors, social connectedness may offer greater utility, particularly in buffering against more complex mental health outcomes, such as the co-occurrence of depressive and substance use disorders. Accordingly, resource-strapped homeless youth service providers and researchers may benefit from tailoring mental health intervention strategies to further emphasize social connectedness in future efforts.

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