COVID-19 Sentiments, Attitudes, Habits, and Behaviors in LGBTQ+ Populations

Abstract

ABSTRACT. This paper analyzes the outcomes of an exploratory review of the current research on COVID-19 sentiments, attitudes, habits, and behaviors in LGBTQ+ populations. The data used for this study was obtained and replicated from previous research conducted by BMA, Chapman University, CHCF, FEMM, Ginger, LendingTree, MAP, Nursing Times, Rek et al. (2020), UPMC, and ValuePenguin. I performed analyses and made estimates regarding increased psychological distress among marginalized sexual and gender minority populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Data collected from 5,400 respondents are tested against the research model. Descriptive statistics of compiled data from the completed surveys were calculated when appropriate.