LGBTQ+ Satisfaction Survey

LGBTQ+

Satisfaction Survey - How are you enjoying being gay/other?

Hello, community! Welcome to the LGBTQ+ satisfaction survey! Thank you for participating. Fair warning, this survey is not all fun and games. There could be some trigger questions or sensitive subjects, so please be aware of that (you are not required to answer these questions). Please fill out at least one of the 'Storytime!' boxes; the more information, the better. There are boxes to fill out where you live if you choose to give that information and suggestions for improvement in local government/community. If valuable suggestions are offered these may be shared with community leaders to help improve LGBTQ+ acceptance. Okay, let's get started!

1. How do you identify your gender?*

	Female	Male	Neutral	Other
Gender:

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

2. What is your sexuality? *

	Sexuality
Lesbian
Gay
Bisexual
Trans-straight
Trans-gay
Queer
Pansexual
Straight
A-Sexual
Other

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

3. How happy are you with *where you live* as an LGBTQ+ person (in society - are you accepted)?*

	Very Satisfied	Satisfied	Neutral	Dissatisfied	Very Dissatisfied
Happiness

Storytime! (Feel free to share where you live/why you feel the way you do.)

4. Would you recommend that LGBTQ+ people live where you do?*

YesNo

Storytime! (Why or why not...)

5. How old were you when you realized your sexuality?*

	Age
I knew when I was a child
Teens
20's
30's
40+
Other

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

6. How old were you when you came out to your family?*

	Age
I was a child/pre-teen
Teens
20's
30's
40+
Other

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

7. How old were you when you came out to your friends?*

	Age
I was a child/pre-teen
Teens
20's
30's
40+
Other

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

8. Are you out at work/to your co-workers?*

YesNoSomeOther

Storytime! (Why or why not...)

9. Were you brought up in a religious household? (This is not only about Christianity.)*

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

10. If you are religious, did this affect you coming out?*

YesNoNot ApplicableOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

11. Do your family/friends support you and your happiness?*

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

12. Are you married/do you have a domestic partnership?*

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

13. Have you ever sought professional counseling?*

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Why or why not, etc...)

14. Have you ever felt like society did not accept you?*

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Why or why not, etc...)

15. Neurologists are getting to the point where they can turn receptors on and off like a light switch. They are able to adapt neurotransmitters to turn off overeating or to help people get over their agoraphobia, etc. If there were a light switch to turn the desire for same gender to being 'straight,' would you have ever (now or earlier in life) flipped the switch? (Please try to use the storytime box to let me know why/why not.)*

Storytime! (Why or why not, etc...)

16. Has anyone ever tried to push you toward "rehabilitation"?*

YesNoNot Applicable to MeOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

17. Do you feel comfortable holding hands/being affectionate with your partner *in your neighborhood* in public?*

YesNoNot Applicable to MeOther

Storytime! (Why or why not, etc...)

18. Do you feel safe being out where you live? If no, please explain in the 'Storytime' section.*

YesNoNot Applicable to MeOther

Storytime! (Why or why not, etc...)

19. Do you feel comfortable holding hands/being affectionate with your partner *on vacation*?*

YesNoNot Applicable to MeOther

Storytime! (Why or why not, etc...)

Warning: Trigger question. This one is not required, but feel free to share if you're able. 20. Have you ever been sexually abused in your past?

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

Warning: Trigger question. This one is not required, but feel free to share if you're able. 21. If you answered yes to the previous question, do you think this abuse may have anything to do with your sexual preference?

YesNoNot Applicable to MeOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

22. Do you feel people like you are represented in our government?*

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

23. Do you feel people like you are represented in your entertainment options (tv, movies, books, etc.)?*

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

Warning: Trigger Question. This one is not required, but feel free to share if you're able. 24. If you are trans, post-op, did your surgery make you feel more like who you were meant to be?

YesNoNot Applicable to MeOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

25. What can society do to most improve inclusivity*

	Select those you most agree with
More 'out' people in politics/government
More 'out' tv shows/entertainment
Have rainbow symbols in gay-friendly restaurants, etc.
More laws protecting gay civil rights
More LGTBTQ+ people showing affection with each other in public
More workplaces offering benefits to LGBTQ+ spouses
More workplace sensitivity training
School-age inclusivity assemblies
More straight support against offensive language/actions
Nothing
Other

Storytime! (What other ideas do you have to improve inclusivity, etc...)

Warning: Trigger question. This one is not required, but feel free to share if you're able. 26. Have you ever abused substances/cut to try to escape from the pressure/pain of LGBTQ+ issues/lack of acceptance?

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

Warning: Trigger question. This one is not required, but feel free to share if you're able. 27. Have you ever attempted suicide to try to escape from the pressure/pain of LGBTQ+ issues/lack of acceptance?

YesNoOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

28. Are you aware of how to receive help dealing with stress/issues in a healthy way?*

YesNoSomewhatOther

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

29. How happy are you with your life?*

	Very Happy	Happy Enough	Neutral	Unhappy	Very Unhappy
Happiness

Storytime! (Feel free to share why you chose 'other' or tell me to mind my business; whatever you would like to say...)

30. How did taking this survey make you feel? Is there anything else you would like to say? Please let me know how old you are if you don't mind sharing this information.

**Thank you for taking this survey! Because there were some triggering questions, I am offering some helpful links below. I have no affiliation and will receive nothing for posting these links, they are only to be helpful to those who may need them. The submit button is below. Thanks again!**

If you or someone you know are feeling suicidal, please call 1-800-273-8255 for help, or you can chat now at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/.

Do you want a professional to talk to for advice or to get things off your chest? You can find an LGBTQ+ counselor near you at this website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/gay.

Do you know your LGBTQ+ civil rights? Do you want to learn more about them? Find out more here: https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/.

Are you having issues in your workplace? Please check out this page. It has a lot of excellent recommendations/advice and you can call them if you need further assistance: https://ebs-eap.com/lgbtq-support-workplace/.

Are you having issues with friends/family? You can send them this website, or if you want to help with gay youth who need guidance, you can check out the tips here as well: https://pflag.org/loving-families.

Are you searching for friends/support? Try searching gay papers/organizations near you to volunteer with different projects and get to know people at the same time. Some cities have LGBTQ+ events. Though I do not advocate meeting people alone that you have talked to online, you can find friends online here: https://findlgbtqfriends.tumblr.com/

The LGBTQ+ community has come a long way, but there is a long way to go. Keep your head up, love your friends/family, and support each other.

Much love.