A systematic review of the prevalence and associated factors of mental health conditions among lesbian, bisexual, and other sexual minority women in Southeast Asia.

IF 1.1 Q2 SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY Journal of Lesbian Studies Pub Date : 2024-10-14 DOI:10.1080/10894160.2024.2415236
Rowalt Alibudbud
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The present review explored the prevalence and factors of mental health conditions among lesbian, bisexual, and other sexual minority women (LBSW) in Southeast Asia. It found that the rates of significant depression and depressive symptoms range from 10% to 93.2%, with a median of 27.7%. This wide range can be due to a study conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, which found elevated depression, stress, and anxiety rates. Studies also highlight high levels of sadness, hopelessness, sleep and eating problems, fatigue, and suicidal thoughts among LBSW. Suicide rates indicate that LBSW have higher odds of suicidal ideations and attempts than their heterosexual peers in the region. Additionally, bisexual and polysexual women report higher rates of depressive symptoms and suicidal behaviors than lesbian women, necessitating tailored mental health interventions. Substance use among LBSW is also notable, including smoking and heavy drinking, though some rates are below the global average. Factors influencing mental health include openness about sexuality, coping styles, and discrimination. Discrimination is linked to various mental health issues, supporting the minority stress model's applicability in the region. Aging-related factors also affect mental health among LBSW, with older age being possibly protective against depression. Overall, this review highlights the urgent need for more inclusive mental health research and interventions in the region. Recommendations include training healthcare providers, developing tailored mental health programs, adopting suicide prevention initiatives, enacting anti-discrimination laws, and addressing substance use. Future research should focus on underrepresented regions and older LBSW.

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东南亚女同性恋、双性恋和其他性少数群体妇女精神健康状况的流行率和相关因素的系统性回顾。
本综述探讨了东南亚女同性恋、双性恋和其他性少数群体妇女(LBSW)中精神健康状况的流行率和因素。研究发现,严重抑郁和抑郁症状的发生率从 10% 到 93.2%不等,中位数为 27.7%。之所以出现如此大的范围,可能是因为在 COVID-19 大流行期间进行的一项研究发现,抑郁、压力和焦虑的发生率有所上升。研究还强调了低保工作者的悲伤、绝望、睡眠和饮食问题、疲劳和自杀念头的严重程度。自杀率表明,在该地区,女同性恋、男同性恋、双性恋和变性者产生自杀念头和企图自杀的几率高于异性恋同龄人。此外,与女同性恋相比,双性恋和多性女性的抑郁症状和自杀行为发生率更高,因此有必要采取有针对性的心理健康干预措施。女同性恋、双性恋和变性妇女使用药物的情况也很突出,包括吸烟和大量饮酒,尽管有些比例低于全球平均水平。影响心理健康的因素包括对性行为的开放程度、应对方式和歧视。歧视与各种心理健康问题有关,这支持了少数群体压力模式在该地区的适用性。与衰老相关的因素也会影响女律师的心理健康,年龄越大可能越容易患抑郁症。总之,本综述强调了该地区迫切需要更具包容性的心理健康研究和干预措施。建议包括培训医疗服务提供者、制定有针对性的心理健康计划、采取自杀预防措施、颁布反歧视法以及解决药物使用问题。未来的研究应重点关注代表性不足的地区和年龄较大的女律师。
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Journal of Lesbian Studies
Journal of Lesbian Studies SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY-
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期刊介绍: The Journal of Lesbian Studies examines the cultural, historical, and interpersonal impact of the lesbian experience on society, keeping all readers—professional, academic, or general—informed and up to date on current findings, resources, and community concerns. Independent scholars, professors, students, and lay people will find this interdisciplinary journal essential on the topic of lesbian studies!
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