Mental Health Problems and Use of Services of Lesbians: Results of the Boston Lesbian Health Project II

The Boston Health Project II, replicating a national survey of lesbians completed in 1987, found few differences from previous data regarding mental health problems and service use among lesbians. Respondents expressed positive feelings about being lesbian but reported money and work to be major pro...

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Published in:Journal of gay & lesbian social services 2004-12, Vol.17 (4), p.1-16
Main Authors: Roberts, Susan Jo, Grindel, Cecelia Gatson, Patsdaughter, Carol A., Reardon, Kathleen, Tarmina, M. Suzanne
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Alcohol use
Anxiety
Depression (Psychology)
Drinking Behavior
Eating Disorders
Gays & lesbians
Health Care Services
Interpersonal Relations
Lesbianism
Lesbians
Mental depression
Mental Health
Mental health care
mental health services
Social services
Women
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Summary:The Boston Health Project II, replicating a national survey of lesbians completed in 1987, found few differences from previous data regarding mental health problems and service use among lesbians. Respondents expressed positive feelings about being lesbian but reported money and work to be major problems. Surveyed lesbians used therapy at high rates, with depression and relationship problems being common reasons for seeking care. Most respondents were satisfied with their therapy experiences; female and lesbian therapists received the highest ratings. Depression, anxiety/panic disorders, and alcohol use continued to be concerns, along with suicide attempts and eating disorders among adolescents. Findings confirm that mental health needs exist for lesbians and challenge social service workers to make these services available.
ISSN:1053-8720
2993-3021
1540-4056
2993-303X
DOI:10.1300/J041v17n04_01