Just Like Us · 2023
This report, based on an online survey of 3,695 young adults aged 18–25 across the UK, examines the experiences and outcomes of LGBT+ young people compared with non-LGBT+ peers. It finds that LGBT+ young people face significantly worse mental health, higher rates of bullying, family estrangement, and workplace challenges. Crucially, the level of support received at school and at home during formative years is a decisive factor: those from supportive environments are twice as likely to be happy in adulthood and far more optimistic about their futures. The report makes recommendations for parents, school staff, and employers on how to better support LGBT+ young people.