Hyeouk Chris Hahm Ph.D., L.C.S.W. , Seungbin Oh Ph.D. , Brian TaeHyuk Keum Ph.D. , Cindy H. Liu Ph.D. , Madison Kitchen Ed.M., M.S.W. , Julia Starrett , Michael Tang M.P.H. , Thomas Joiner Ph.D.
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National Trends of Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Among Asian American Young Adults Between 2008 and 2019: The Intersection of Sex and Sexual Identity
Purpose
There is insufficient literature examining the intersections among sex, sexual orientation, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) among Asian American (AA) young adults.
Methods
Data from the National Survey of Drug Use and Health (2008–2019), focusing on AAs aged 18–25 (n = 8,600), were analyzed, with sexual identity questions included in the 2015–2019 data. A total of 268 (7.45%wt) respondents identified themselves as lesbian, gay, or bisexual. Joinpoint regression analysis was used to examine trends over time, and predictive modeling was used to assess the impact of intersecting identities on STBs. Logistic regression was used to test the association between STBs and sex, sexual orientation, and the intersection of sex and sexual orientation.
Results
Trends for STBs showed an upward trajectory. Joinpoint regression analysis revealed a significant increase in suicidal thoughts, plans, and attempts, with annual percentage changes of 3.34% per year (p = .03), 7.45% per year (p = .002), and 7.52% per year (p = .04), respectively. There was a clear disparity based on sexual identity: while trends for STBs among heterosexuals were flat across all STBs, for sexual minorities, the annual percentage changes for suicidal thoughts, plans, and attempts were 11.27% (p = .43), 42.4% (p = .06), and 64.9% (p = .23), respectively, although these increases were not statistically significant.
Discussion
It is crucial to develop effective suicide prevention strategies or address mental health disparities for AA young adults while accounting for the intersection of sex and sexual minority status.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Adolescent Health is a scientific publication dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of adolescents and young adults. Our Journal covers a broad range of research topics, spanning from the basic biological and behavioral sciences to public health and policy. We welcome a variety of contributions, including original research papers, concise reports, literature reviews, clinical case reports, opinion pieces, and letters to the editor. We encourage professionals from diverse disciplines such as Anthropology, Education, Ethics, Global Health, Health Services Research, Law, Medicine, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nursing, Nutrition, Psychology, Public Health and Policy, Social Work, Sociology, and Youth Development to share their expertise and contribute to our mission of promoting adolescent health. Moreover, we value the voices of young individuals, family and community members, and healthcare professionals, and encourage them to submit poetry, personal narratives, images, and other creative works that provide unique insights into the experiences of adolescents and young adults. By combining scientific peer-reviewed research with creative expressions, our Journal aims to create a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in adolescent and young adult health.