Abstract
This chapter reviews the literature on resilience in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) adults. Resilience as a result of LGBT minority stress is explored, followed by an overview of LGBT strengths identified in the context of positive psychology research. Specific areas of resilience are then explored. These include growth resulting from coming out, interpersonal factors implicated in resilience, and individual difference resilience factors. Individual difference factors reviewed include faith, religion, and spirituality; personality-related factors; and cultural factors. The specific topic of resilience against suicidality is addressed, followed by a review of emerging data including stress biomarkers and affirmative approaches to LGBT resilience promotion. The chapter ends with suggested strategies for promoting resilience in the context of patient/healthcare provider relationships and a case scenario highlighting resilience promotion among LGBT adults.
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