Exploring the Associations between Substance Use, Loneliness, Sexual Orientation, and Sense of Belonging Amongst a Large College Sample

Poster Session IX

Keyword: Loneliness

Abstract: Non-heterosexual college students may suffer from higher levels of loneliness and engage in higher levels of substance use compared to their heterosexual counterparts. Here, we explore the association between sexual orientation, loneliness, and sense of campus belonging on mental health metrics and substance use using Healthy Minds Study data.

• Stephen Lippi (Presenting Author)
• Stephanie Witherell (Author)
• Tyler Minnigh (Author)