Abstract

Sociodemographic characteristics and depressive symptoms were assessed for their association with increased frequency of intimate partner violence (IPV) victimization since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in a US sample of (N = 1,090) LGBTQ people, using an anonymous online survey. Among those (n = 98) endorsing IPV victimization in their current relationship, more than 18% reported increased frequency since the onset of the pandemic. Respondents in the Southern US, and those with more severe depressive symptoms, were more likely to report an increased frequency of IPV victimization. Providers, researchers, and policymakers should address this prevalent health problem, particularly during public health emergencies.

摘要

 使用匿名在线调查评估社会人口学特征和抑郁症状与自 COVID-19 大流行开始以来美国 LGBTQ 人群( N = 1,090) 样本中亲密伴侣暴力 (IPV) 受害频率增加之间的关系。在那些支持在当前关系中使用 IPV 的人（n  = 98）中，超过 18% 的人报告说自大流行开始以来频率增加了。美国南部的受访者以及抑郁症状更严重的受访者更有可能报告 IPV 受害频率增加。提供者、研究人员和政策制定者应该解决这一普遍存在的健康问题，尤其是在突发公共卫生事件期间。