Several recent and authoritative reports offer deep dives into the demographics, social trends, and mental health of the LGBTQ+ community. 1.
: As of 2026, the Philippines has the highest share of people identifying as LGBT+ (11%), followed closely by the U.S. and Thailand (10% each). 2. Mental Health and Youth (The Trevor Project & CDC)
: Among LGBTQ+ adults, 62% identify as bisexual , while 38% identify as gay or lesbian. Women are notably more likely to identify as bisexual (79%), while the majority of men (57%) identify as gay. group gays
: Youth in accepting communities attempted suicide at less than half the rate of those in unaccepting ones. Family support is a critical factor, associated with a 62% reduction in odds of suicidal ideation.
Reports frequently emphasize the mental health disparities faced by LGBTQ+ youth due to social stressors. Several recent and authoritative reports offer deep dives
: In 2024, nearly 9.3% of U.S. adults identified as LGBTQ+, nearly tripling the share recorded in 2012.
Despite rising visibility, discrimination remains a persistent barrier in professional and personal environments. 2024 National Survey on LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health and Thailand (10% each)
: A 2024 report found that 39% of LGBTQ+ young people seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, with rates even higher among transgender and nonbinary youth (46%).