Loneliness Among Sexual and Gender Diverse People in Australia
Author Information
Author(s): Mark Hughes, Karen Fredriksen-Goldsen
Primary Institution: Southern Cross University, Bilinga, Queensland, Australia; University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, United States
Hypothesis
How do key individual and social variables differ by age and predict loneliness among sexual and gender diverse people in Australia?
Conclusion
Younger sexual and gender diverse people experience higher levels of loneliness, influenced by social support and past discrimination.
Supporting Evidence
- Younger sexual and gender diverse people reported higher levels of loneliness.
- Lower social support and resilience were linked to increased loneliness.
- Past experiences of discrimination predicted higher loneliness levels.
- Older sexual and gender diverse individuals may have developed resilience that helps reduce loneliness.
Takeaway
This study found that younger LGBTQ+ people feel lonelier than older ones, even though we might think things are getting better for them.
Methodology
Analyzed Australian data from the Global Pride Study using regression analysis.
Participant Demographics
Sexual and gender diverse Australians, with a focus on age differences.
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