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... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > adolescent development > lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth
... > social science subjects > health and social care > health (discipline) > child health > adolescent development > lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth
... > social science subjects > health and social care > global health > child health > adolescent development > lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth

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lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth  

Definition

  • Lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth are youth who claim a lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) identity and/or knowingly experience same-sex attractions. Positive development refers to resiliency to and avoidance of risk factors, the accumulation of developmental assets, and the achievement of positive outcomes. [Source: Encyclopedia of Applied Developmental Science; Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youth]

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