University at Buffalo (UB)
Colloquium Series
Beyond risk: Exploring protective factors for LGBTQ+ youth following peer victimization
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Amy L. Hequembourg, PhD
Professor
University at Buffalo, School of Nursing
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Jennifer A. Livingston, PhD
Associate Professor
University at Buffalo, School of Nursing- Date: September 17, 2026
- Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET
- Location: Online via Zoom
This colloquium explores social and individual factors differentially shaping mental health among cisgender and gender-diverse LGBQ+ adolescents. Results come from the To Be Honest (TBH) Study, which is an ongoing longitudinal survey study with LGBTQ+ youth who were between the ages of 14 and 18 years of age at baseline and residing in New York State. We explore distinct risk and protective factors that influence mental health outcomes across gender identities. The session will conclude by highlighting potential protective factors and implications for informing intervention to bolster the health of LGBTQ+ youth.
Attendees will:
- Understand the unique stressors experienced by cisgender and gender diverse LGBQ+ adolescents
- Understand differential pathways through which peer victimization can affect mental health among cisgender and gender diverse LGBQ+ adolescents
- Identify potential protective factors that can mitigate the effects of peer victimization on LGBTQ+ mental health outcomes.
One hour of NASP-approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is available for this event.