From f5188e14f7dd8f271d72ea9249582cfef0c0222b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Nate B <43703496+NB419@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2020 23:33:30 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] Create legal_protection.md --- GSRM/legal_protection.md | 10 ++++++++++ 1 file changed, 10 insertions(+) create mode 100644 GSRM/legal_protection.md diff --git a/GSRM/legal_protection.md b/GSRM/legal_protection.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..81d1664 --- /dev/null +++ b/GSRM/legal_protection.md @@ -0,0 +1,10 @@ +## Legal Protection + +#### Anti-bullying laws decrease suicidal ideation and increase safety + +* [Meyer 19](https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/full/10.1089/LGBT.2018.0194) [(non-paywall)](https://sci-hub.se/https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/full/10.1089/LGBT.2018.0194) [(cited)](https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/lgbtq-inclusive-bullying-laws-associated-fewer-teen-suicides-attempts-study-n959821) + * Anti Bullying state laws that enumerate sexual orientation were associated with: + * **lower risk** for **suicide attempts** and serious attempts requiring medical attention + * **feeling safe** at school or on the way to or from school. + * lower risk for forced sexual intercourse + * _Results did not differ by sexual orientation._