Table 3 Descriptive statistics of mental health characteristics by sexual orientation of respondents (N = 300)
Mental health characteristics | Sexual Orientation (in %) | Total (in %) | p-value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gay | Bisexual | |||
Feel isolated/disconnected | 31.3 | 12.7 | 22.0 | 0.000 |
Feel anxious/uneasy/nervous | 28.0 | 18.7 | 23.3 | 0.001 |
Get negative/pessimistic thoughts | 40.0 | 30.7 | 35.3 | 0.000 |
Experiencing mood swings | 36.7 | 34.0 | 35.3 | 0.815 |
Suicidal ideation | 22.0 | 16.0 | 19.0 | 0.000 |
Consider yourself inferior than others | 22.0 | 12.7 | 17.3 | 0.015 |
Under pressure to behave like straight people | 28.7 | 38.7 | 33.7 | 0.003 |