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Thomas K. Pinhey, PhD and Sara R. Millman, PhD

Thomas K. Pinhey and Sara R. Millman are with the Department of Sociology, University of Hawaii at Hilo.

Correspondence: Requests for reprints should be sent to Thomas K. Pinhey, Department of Sociology, University of Hawaii at Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720-4091 (e-mail pinhey{at}hawaii.edu).

Objectives. We examined the effects of same-sex orientation on suicide risks for Guam’s Asian/Pacific Islander adolescents.

Methods. We used a probability sample and logistic regression analysis to identify suicide risk factors.

Results. Same-sex orientation was associated with a greater risk of suicide attempt, especially for boys. Adolescents who reported suffering physical abuse in the context of a romantic relationship, engaging in binge drinking, and experiencing feelings of hopelessness were at greater risk for suicidal ideation and attempts. Race/ethnicity was associated with suicide risk for both boys and girls, and patterns suggest that membership in the same racial/ethnic group decreased suicide risk for girls and increased risk of suicide for boys.

Conclusions. Gay, lesbian, and bisexual Asian/Pacific Islander adolescents in Guam deserve intervention and counseling programs to reduce suicide risk.

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