LGBTQ+ Youths’ Community Engagement and Resource Seeking Online versus Offline

Lauren B. McInroy · Rebecca J. McCloskey · Shelley L. Craig · A. W. Eaton

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LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy Impact of Technology on Adolescents Health Literacy and Information Accessibility

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LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, etc.) youth are at increased risk for negative outcomes. Yet little is known about their engagement with communities and resources that may ameliorate risk, particularly online. Oriented by a uses and gratifications approach, this secondary analysis (n = 4,009) of LGBTQ+ youth (aged 14–29) compares online versus offline experiences. Respondents were significantly more likely to participate in LGBTQ+ communities online. Youth were also more active, and felt safer and more supported, when participating in online LGBTQ + communities. Additionally, respondents sought online information, support, and resources at higher rates than offline. Increased attention toward online programming and resource development is warranted.

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