Investigating mental health and attendance disparities among sexual and gender minority youth in Sweden

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the mental health challenges and school attendance disparities faced by sexual and gender minority youth in Sweden.
• Literature review of existing studies
• Qualitative interviews with nurses
• Analysis of attendance records
• Significant mental health issues identified among sexual and gender minority youth
• Notable attendance disparities compared to their peers
• Identification of the role that pediatric and school-based nurses play in addressing these issues