Research explores developmental differences for gay and lesbian adolescents in urban versus rural areas, suggesting tailored support strategies.
Multiple unique barriers impede normative psychological and social development for gay and lesbian adolescents. Research suggests that geographic location plays a significant role in developmental outcomes for gay and lesbian adolescents. Acknowledging the ways in which urban gay and lesbian adolescents differ from their rural counterparts can provide a deeper understanding of the types of social stigmatization these individuals often internalize. This place-based perspective encourages educators, social workers, and policy makers to develop and implement appropriate social support networks and educational programming to best provide for this vulnerable population.
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Frank Baiocchi (2005) studied this question.
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