Citation

Savin-Williams RC. J. Consult. Clin. Psychol. 1994; 62(2): 261-269.

Affiliation

Department of Human Development, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 14853.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1994, American Psychological Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

8201062

Abstract

A common theme identified in empirical studies and clinical reports of lesbian, gay male, and bisexual youths is the chronic stress that is created by the verbal and physical abuse they receive from peers and adults. This article reviews the verbal and physical abuse that threatens the well-being and physical survival of lesbian, gay male, and bisexual youths. This response to gay male, lesbian, and bisexual adolescents by significant others in their environment is often associated with several problematic outcomes, including school-related problems, running away from home, conflict with the law, substance abuse, prostitution, and suicide. Although the causal link between these stressors and outcomes has not been scientifically established, there is suggestive evidence that these outcomes are consequences of verbal and physical harassment.

Language: en