Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ484599
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1994
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National Lesbian Health Care Survey: Implications for U Mental Health Care.
Bradford, Judith; And Others
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, v62 n2 p228-42 Apr 1994
Findings from national survey of approximately 1,925 U lesbians revealed that over 50% had considered suicide and 18% had attempted suicide; 37% had been physically abused; 32% had been raped/sexually attacked; and 19% had been in incestuous relationships. Almost one-third used tobacco daily, and about 30% drank alcohol more than once a week. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Demography, Depression (Psychology), Drinking, Health Needs, Health Services, Incest, Lesbianism, Life Style, Mental Health, Rape, Smoking, Suicide
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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