Location

AdventHealth Univrsity, Orlando, Florida

Start Date

18-5-2022 12:00 AM

End Date

21-5-2022 12:00 AM

Description

This presentation examines the role of substance use and religiosity/ spirituality as risk and protective factors for depression, suicidality among LGBTQ+ Seventh-day Adventist Millennials. Results suggest that religious participation may suffer some mental health challenges and self-harm, while significant concern remains for those who identified as transgender or gender diverse.

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May 18th, 12:00 AM May 21st, 12:00 AM

“I struggled with depression, self-in- jury, and was suicidal”: How Religious Practices Help LGBTQ+ Adventist Millennials

AdventHealth Univrsity, Orlando, Florida

This presentation examines the role of substance use and religiosity/ spirituality as risk and protective factors for depression, suicidality among LGBTQ+ Seventh-day Adventist Millennials. Results suggest that religious participation may suffer some mental health challenges and self-harm, while significant concern remains for those who identified as transgender or gender diverse.