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Johns MM, Lowry R, Haderxhanaj LT, Rasberry CN, Robin L, Scales L, Stone D, Suarez NA. 2020. Trends in violence victimization and suicide risk by sexual identity among high school students — Youth Risk Behavior Survey, United States, 2015–2019.. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 9 pp. (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR))

Annotation: Data taken from the 2015, 2017 and 2019 YRBS (Youth Risk Behavior Survey) data cycles were used to analyze the risks of violence and suicide for youth self-identifying as LGB (Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual). Because the surveys find that these youth have a greater risk for both violence and suicide, it supplies information on how schools can provide safer environments for these students by reducing victimization and and bolstering their mental health. Charts, tables, and a link to the survey data are provided.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30333, Telephone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636 Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov

Keywords: Adolescents, LGBTQ, Sexual identity, Suicide, Violence

Lane J, Harrison D. 2015. Voices of transgender adolescents in healthcare. [Ann Arbor, MI]: University of Michigan Health System, Adolescent Health Initiative,

Annotation: This video clip provides insights from transgender and gender non-conforming youth, sharing their experiences and expectations from the healthcare system. The adolescents featured in this video discuss their specific needs, including preferred terms for gender identity and how healthcare professionals can help them feel at ease. This project was supported by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Youth Council and the Michigan Department of Community Health. Length: 7 minutes, 44 seconds.

Contact: University of Michigan Health System, Adolescent Health Initiative, 2025 Traverwood Drive, Suite A6, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2197, Telephone: (734) 998-2034 Fax: (734) 998-2213 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://umhs-adolescenthealth.org

Keywords: Adolescents, Homosexuality, Transgender, LGBTQ, Gay youth, Youth Engagement,

   

The MCH Digital Library is one of six special collections at Geogetown University, the nation's oldest Jesuit institution of higher education. It is supported in part by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under award number U02MC31613, MCH Advanced Education Policy with an award of $700,000/year. The library is also supported through foundation and univerity funding. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.