Publications by authors named "Genevieve Levesque"
Sante Ment Que
October 2020
Article Synopsis
- Sexual minority individuals, such as those who identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual, face higher risks for negative health outcomes compared to heterosexuals, but recent studies in Canada may lack relevance due to social and legal changes.
- A study conducted in Estrie, Quebec, surveyed over 10,000 adults about their mental health and sexual identities, revealing that bisexual and mostly heterosexual participants experienced worse mental health outcomes, particularly in terms of distress and cannabis use.
- The results highlighted that demographic factors like age, education, and income largely explain these disparities, emphasizing the need for mental health professionals to consider the specific vulnerabilities of bisexual and mostly heterosexual individuals.
