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ERIC Number: EJ409868
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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Suicidal Behavior in Adolescent and Young Adult Gay Men.
Schneider, Stephen G.; And Others
Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, v19 n4 p381-94 Win 1989
Explored relationship of homosexuality to suicidal behavior by questionnaire responses from 52 men in gay and lesbian college organizations and 56 men in homosexual rap groups. Family background of alcoholism and physical abuse, social supports perceived as rejecting homosexuality, and no religious affiliation were associated with history of suicidal ideation. Suicide attempts were most often associated with intrapersonal distress. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Alcoholism, Family Characteristics, Family Violence, Homosexuality, Males, Suicide, Young Adults
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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