Mindfulness and Avoidant Coping: Examining the Behavioral Correlates of Suicidal Ideation Among LGB+ College Students

= 927, 124 LGB+). Avoidant coping did not differ by sexual orientation. Exploratory analyses revealed higher acting with awareness and non-judging (mindfulness facets) attenuated higher observed SI risk among LGB+ individuals. We outline possible mechanisms behind SI disparities among LGB+ individuals and encourage mindfulness as a counseling mechanism to target minority stressors.