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Gay Men (And Women) Vulnerable to Eating Disorders Comedian Margaret Cho once joked that when it came to eating disorders, gay men took them far more seriously than women. A population-based study released today by Columbia University reveals the truth behind the (dark) humor. The survey of 516 straight a... Continue reading Gay Men (And Women) Vulnerable to Eating Disorders
Increased Gay Suicide Risk Linked to Harassment Past studies have identified being gay as a risk factor for suicide among adolescents and young adults, increasing an individual's risk of attempting suicide by as much as 400 percent. New research on undergraduates at the University of Washington, however,... Continue reading Increased Gay Suicide Risk Linked to Harassment
Gay Population More Likely to Experience Violence, PTSD Gay and lesbian adults face a greater risk of post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of increased exposure to violence in early life. Continue reading Gay Population More Likely to Experience Violence, PTSD |
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