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How Did LGBT Youth Transition Into Adolescence?

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LGBT adolescents are categorized as an at-risk youth population. LGBT youth face many adversities as they transition into adolescence while trying to come to terms with gender identity. As such, they are susceptible to such difficulties as mental illness, substance abuse, low self-esteem, and, suicide anxiety (Mizock, & Mueser, 2014). The stigma and prejudice associated with gender identity, and sexual preferences makes them a target in today’s society. LGBT youth experience high levels of stress and discrimination. This leads them to feel isolated, rejected with little support from family or peers in their age group. This creates a high level of vulnerability (Pate, u1d2, 2017). Mental illness amongst LGBT youth is a significant human behavioral …show more content…

During this stage of development many of them may find themselves trying to find ways to explore their identity. According to Robertson, 2014, sex is a biological term, but sexuality is associated with socialized behavior. However while there are biological and physiological components to human sexuality, little reliable evidence exists to assert that sexual desire—be it hetero-, homo-, or bisexual—is innate. Confusion about gender and sexual identity can lead LGBT youth to experience stigma and discrimination. This leads to issues of isolation, depression, victimization, and anxiety. Many of them struggle to come to terms with societal expectations while attempting to be their true selves (Youth.Gov, …show more content…

Subsequently, LGBT youth will likely begin to transition from childhood to adolescence in a healthier manner. However ongoing advocacy and education for schools, human service professionals, families, and society at large will be crucial to current and future relationships between gender identity, and the mental health and well-being of LGBT youth in today’s society (Mustanski, Garofalo, & Emerson, 2010). Service providers must be educated about biological and cultural factors associated with the plight of LGBT youth, along with terminology, mental health implications, and resources that will assist them in their transitions through the life cycle. With this intention, A sociological understanding of

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