Chronic exposure to discrimination is an everyday experience for many people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning (LGBTQ) in society. This can negatively impact...
Chronic stress and adverse social conditions can take a toll on an individual's mental health and wellbeing. Research suggests that partner support may help individuals cope with these challenges,...
Chronic exposure to discrimination is an important factor that can lead to adverse effects on neurocognitive processes, including those related to threat detection and social evaluations....
Chronic Discrimination and Immunity
Discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual people is widespread across societies. It takes many forms,...
Chronic exposure to microaggressions can have significant effects on the cognitive appraisal and emotional regulation of individuals within queer populations. These aggressions are subtle, often...
Chronic stress is a common experience for many people in society, but it can be especially difficult for those who identify as LGBTQ+. According to research, up to 48% of queer individuals report...
Chronic minority stress refers to the cumulative stressors that members of marginalized groups experience due to their identity, such as discrimination, microaggressions, stereotypes, racism,...
Psychological and Social Consequences of Chronic Marginalization and Social Rejection on LGBTQ+ Individuals
LGBTQ+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning. This term...
Chronic exposure to minority stress can have significant effects on an individual's ability to sleep, process information, and regulate their emotions. Minority stress refers to the unique challenges...
The term "minority stress" refers to the unique psychological challenges faced by individuals who identify with minority groups, such as those from racial, ethnic, religious, or LGBTQ+ communities....