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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

Anxiety, Social Support, Social Function Correlate of Depression in a Sample of LGBT Emerging Adults

Virtual · June 2020

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  • Devyn Kote
    University of North Texas
  • Tosha Griggs
    University of North Texas
  • Ami Moore
    University of North Texas

Abstract

LGBT emerging adults are at higher risk of depression. A hierarchical regression analysis found parental emotional support, anxiety, social function, and having a romantic partner were significant predictors of depression, however friend emotional support was not significant. Our data collection is from an empirical study and is complete.

Sexuality/Sexual Behavior