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Are there higher instances of mental illness among older LGBT people?

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Are there higher instances of mental illness among older LGBT people?

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Mental health concerns are higher among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) elders. Robert Espinoza explains that the older LGBT population reports higher rates of depression and suicide.

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