LGBTQ+ Individuals Face Higher Risks of Dementia, Depression, and Stroke

New study highlights significant brain health disparities linked to minority stress and discrimination.

Research involving 393,041 adults shows LGBTQ+ people are 15% more likely to experience adverse brain health outcomes.
The study found a 14% higher risk of dementia and a 27% higher risk of late-life depression among LGBTQ+ individuals.
Transgender women face a 68% higher risk of stroke compared to cisgender individuals, possibly due to hormone therapy.
Discrimination, chronic stress, and healthcare access disparities are suggested as contributing factors to these risks.
Experts call for more research to understand specific health challenges and improve healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community.