Table 2 Association between predictors and seeking help for emotional support regarding concerns with sexual orientation

1. Presence of gay/bisexual friends when you were aware of sexual orientation²⁾

Yes

12.1(6.83–21.50)

12.13(6.69–21.97) ***

No

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2. Duration from questioning to realizing your sexual orientation²⁾

Within 1 year

2.45(1.18–5.10)

2.48(1.14–5.41) *

2–4 years

2.08(1.04–4.16)

1.93(0.92–4.08)

More than 5 years

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3. Experience of coming out to your family about your sexual orientation²⁾

Yes

1.89(1.12–3.19)

1.77(1.03–3.06) *

No

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