Experiences of family violence among 2SLGBTQ + youth at risk of, and experiencing, homelessness before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Issue 3 (3rd July 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Abramovich, Alex; Pang, Nelson; Moss, Amanda
• Is Part Of: Journal of gay & lesbian mental health. Volume 26:Issue 3(2022)
• Page Start: 265
• Page End: 288
• Publication Date: 2022-07-03
• Subjects: 2SLGBTQ + youth -- homelessness -- family violence -- identity-based rejection -- mixed methods; Gays -- Mental health -- Periodicals; Lesbians -- Mental health -- Periodicals; Homosexuality -- Periodicals; Psychotherapy -- Periodicals; Bisexuality -- Periodicals; Bisexuality; Gays -- Mental health; Homosexuality; Lesbians -- Mental health; Psychotherapy; Periodicals; 616.8900866405
• DOI: 10.1080/19359705.2022.2076759
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1935-9705

Abstract

Abstract: Introduction: : Family violence is the leading cause of homelessness among youth; however, limited research has examined family violence among 2SLGBTQ + youth experiencing homelessness. The objective of this study was to engage a group of 2SLGBTQ + youth at risk of, and experiencing, homelessness in the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding areas in Ontario, Canada, to examine their experiences of family violence before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: : 2SLGBTQ + youth at risk of, and experiencing, homelessness and key informants (service providers) participated in online surveys and one-on-one interviews to assess family violence during the pandemic. Qualitative and quantitative data were analyzed separately and merged for interpretation. Results: : The majority of youth experienced various forms of family violence throughout their lives, which was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Conclusion: : Our study highlights the need to identify and address family violence toward 2SLGBTQ + youth.