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Family background may explain much of LGBTQ mental health gap, twin studies suggest
Original: Family background may explain much of the #mentalhealth gap tied to #LGBTQ sexual orientation, twin studies suggest | @p
New twin research suggests that family background and shared upbringing may account for a substantial portion of the mental health differences observed between LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ individuals. The findings, reported by PsyPost, complicate the assumption that the gap stems solely from experiences tied to sexual orientation itself, and are prompting discussion about what actually drives poorer mental health outcomes.
Why now: The findings challenge common assumptions about the causes of LGBTQ mental health disparities, sparking debate.
Evidence
- Family background may explain much of the #mentalhealth gap tied to #LGBTQ sexual orientation, twin studies suggest | @psypost.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy www.psypost.org/family-backg... Family background may explain ... · vasthypno.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy · 4
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