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Puberty: Maturation, Timing and Adjustment, and Sexual Identity Developmental Milestones among Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youth
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Grossman, Arnold H.; Foss, Alexander H.; D'Augelli, Anthony R. – Journal of LGBT Youth, 2014
This study examined pubertal maturation, pubertal timing and outcomes, and the relationship of puberty and sexual identity developmental milestones among 507 lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth. The onset of menarche and spermarche occurred at the mean ages of 12.05 and 12.46, respectively. There was no statistically significant difference in…
Descriptors: Puberty, Adolescents, Homosexuality, Sexual Identity
The Relationship between Sexual Orientation and Risk for Suicide: Research Findings and Future Directions for Research and Prevention.
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McDaniel, J. Stephen; Purcell, David; D'Augelli, Anthony R. – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 2001
This article reviews evidence for a link between suicide or suicidal behavior and sexual orientation by: 1) reviewing studies of the rates of completed and attempted suicide for gay, lesbian and bisexual people compared to the general population; 2) examining possible risk factors; 3) outlining opportunities for prevention; and 4) providing…
Descriptors: Bisexuality, Lesbianism, Literature Reviews, Personality Traits
Researching Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youth: Conceptual, Practical, and Ethical Considerations
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D'Augelli, Anthony R.; Grossman, Arnold H. – Journal of Gay & Lesbian Issues in Education, 2006
Developmental and educational researchers have overlooked the development of sexual orientation among adolescents and youth, even as they study sexual development and identity development during adolescence. This paper examines some conceptual, practical, and ethical considerations involved in conducting research on lesbian, gay, and bisexual…
Descriptors: Sex Education, Sexual Orientation, Homosexuality, Educational Researchers
Suicidality Patterns and Sexual Orientation-Related Factors among Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youths.
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D'Augelli, Anthony R.; Hershberger, Scott L.; Pilkington, Neil W. – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 2001
Three hundred fifty lesbian, gay, and bisexual youths aged 14 to 21 years were questioned about suicidal thoughts and behaviors; families' reactions to youths' sexual orientation; and suicidality among relatives and friends. Results confirmed an association between sexual orientation and suicidality. (BF)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Family Relationship, Homosexuality
Predicting the Suicide Attempts of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youth
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D'Augelli, Anthony R.; Grossman, Arnold H.; Salter, Nicholas P.; Vasey, Joseph J.; Starks, Michael T.; Sinclair, Katerina O. – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 2006
In this study predictors of serious suicide attempts among lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) youth were examined. Three groups were compared: youth who reported no attempts, youth who reported attempts unrelated to their sexual orientation, and youth whose attempts were considered related to their sexual orientation. About one third of respondents…
Descriptors: Predictor Variables, Suicide, Homosexuality, Sexual Identity
Incidence and Mental Health Impact of Sexual Orientation Victimization of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youths in High School.
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D'Augelli, Anthony R.; Pilkington, Neil W.; Hershberger, Scott L. – School Psychology Quarterly, 2002
Study examines victimization during high school based on sexual orientation of 350 lesbian, gay, or bisexual youths. Over half reported verbal abuse in high school because of their sexual orientation, and 11% said they had been physically assaulted. Youths' current mental health symptoms, especially traumatic stress reactions, were associated with…
Descriptors: Bisexuality, High School Students, High Schools, Homosexuality
Childhood Gender Atypicality, Victimization, and PTSD among Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youth
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D'Augelli, Anthony R.; Grossman, Arnold H.; Starks, Michael T. – Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 2006
This study examined childhood gender atypicality, lifetime victimization based on sexual orientation, and current mental health, including trauma symptoms and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), among 528 lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth. Nearly 80% reported verbal victimization, 11% physical, and 9% sexual, with males reporting significantly…
Descriptors: Homosexuality, Sexual Identity, Social Bias, Victims of Crime