In the past decade, there has been increasing recognition of the impact of minority stress on the mental health and wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual...
In conservative societies where homophobia is commonplace, LGBTQ people often face unique psychological challenges that require specialized coping mechanisms. Minority stress refers to the effects of...
Minority Stress Theory
Minority stress refers to the unique challenges and stressors experienced by marginalized groups due to their identity. It is a well-established concept in social psychology...
Minority stress is a concept that describes the specific psychological distress experienced by individuals belonging to stigmatized groups due to their social identity. This type of stress can be...
Bisexual people often face stigma and prejudice from society for their sexual orientation, which can affect how they perceive themselves and form sexual relationships. This phenomenon is known as...
Cultural expectations can be defined as values that are held by a group or society regarding how people should behave, dress, talk, think, and act in order to fit into their culture. These...
Minority stress is a psychological term that refers to the unique set of challenges and pressures faced by individuals who identify as part of a marginalized social group. Queer people are an example...
LGBT service members are more likely to experience discrimination and prejudice than their heterosexual counterparts. Discrimination can lead to higher levels of stress, which may manifest itself in...
Mentorship and Peer Networks Reduce Relational Burden
Mentorship is defined as a professional relationship between an experienced individual and a less experienced individual to provide guidance,...
Mechanisms Connecting Minority Stress To Anxiety, Depression, And Psychosomatic Symptoms Among LGBTQ Populations
LGBTQ individuals experience more distress than their heterosexual peers due to...