1. Exploring a self-compassion intervention with LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults.
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Iacono, Gio, Craig, Shelley L., Brennan, David J., Loveland, Emily K., and Crowder, Rachael
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LGBTQ+ youth , *SELF-compassion , *YOUNG adults , *PSYCHOLOGICAL well-being , *SEXUAL minorities , *BISEXUALITY , *MINORITY stress - Abstract
Sexual and gender minority young people (SGMY) experience mental health disparities and are overlooked in mental health practice and research. Self-compassion is a protective factor that promotes youth psychological well-being. This study examines SGMY perceptions of self-compassion and their experiences participating in self-compassion practices. SGMY (n = 30) ages 16–29 participated in empirically supported self-compassion practices. Using grounded theory, researchers uncovered three themes. SGMY indicated that (1) the practice of self-compassion may help SGMY cope with internal/external homo/bi/transphobia, (2) cultivating self-compassion can enhance well-being, and (3) self-compassion can support coping with difficult thoughts and emotions. Self-compassion may be a helpful approach for SGMY. Implications for SGMY mental health are explored. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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