Prejudice, social stress, and mental health in lesbian, gay, and bisexual populations: conceptual issues and research evidence
Abstract
In this article the author reviews research evidence on the prevalence of mental disorders in lesbians, gay men, and bisexuals (LGBs) and shows, using meta-analyses, that LGBs have a higher prevalence of mental disorders than heterosexuals. The author offers a conceptual framework for understanding this excess in prevalence of disorder in terms of minority stress— explaining that stigma, prejudice, and discrimination create a hostile and...
Paper Details
Title
Prejudice, social stress, and mental health in lesbian, gay, and bisexual populations: conceptual issues and research evidence
Published Date
Sep 1, 2003
Journal
Volume
129
Issue
5
Pages
674 - 697
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