Heterosexist Bullying Victimization and Perpetration and Substance Use Among Heterosexual Adolescents

ConclusionsThe results demonstrate the negative correlates of heterosexist bullying victimization and perpetration on heterosexual adolescents ’ substance use. The findings underscore the need to address sexual stigma, such as heterosexist bullying, among not only adolescents experiencing it but also its perpetrators to help reduce substance use among all adolescents.
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research