LGBTQ Youth's Views on Gay ‐Straight Alliances: Building Community, Providing Gateways, and Representing Safety and Support

CONCLUSIONSGSAs positively influence the physical, social, emotional, and academic well‐being of LGBTQ young people and their allies. School administrators and staff are positioned to advocate for comprehensive GSAs. Study findings offer insights about the mechanisms by which GSAs benefit youth health and well‐being.

Source: Journal of School Health - June 4, 2017 Category: Health Management Authors: Carolyn M. Porta, Erin Singer, Christopher J. Mehus, Amy L. Gower, Elizabeth Saewyc, Windy Fredkove, Marla E. Eisenberg Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research