Intersectional Disparities in Digital Health and Mental Health Service Use
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health challenges among US youth, particularly sexual minority youth of color.
A cross-sectional study was conducted to identify the prevalence of digital health and digital mental health service use among US adolescents during the pandemic.
Background
Sexual minority youth report elevated mental health challenges and face barriers to care, which were worsened by the pandemic.
Objectives and Methods
The study aimed to examine the heterogeneity of digital health service use by sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, and their intersection.
- Nationally representative data were obtained from the 2021 Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey (N=7705).
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Author's summary: Digital health disparities affect US youth during the pandemic.
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