Objective: Although Black, Latino, and multiracial gay and bisexual men (GBM) are
disproportionately affected by psychological and behavioral health inequities facing GBM …

This study examined the effects of minority stress on the physical health of lesbians, gay
men, and bisexuals (LGBs). Participants (N= 396) completed baseline and one year follow …

Research on the health of sexual and gender minority populations has been predominantly
framed within the context of health disparities and social stress. Findings produced from …

Stigma and social inequality deprive disadvantaged social groups of a sense of social well-
being. Stress researchers have focused on prejudice-related events and conditions but have …

Sexual and gender minorities (SGMs) experience higher rates of depression and anxiety,
which are linked to higher rates of discrimination and victimization. SGM individuals may …

This study tested the mechanisms by which social stigma contributes to psychological
distress in lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals. A large community sample (N= 4248, M …

Research relating to minority stressors generally explores mental health outcomes, with
limited focus on the physical dimension. In addition, minority stress research is conducted …

Interpersonal, social, and structural stressors have been identified as key elements that
explain health disparities between transgender and cisgender individuals. However, most of …

Purpose Although strong evidence documents the elevated prevalence of both substance
use and mental health problems among sexual minorities (ie, gay, lesbian, and bisexuals) …

The nature, extent, and consequences of health dis-parities between sexual and gender
minorities and their majority group counterparts are being documented in a rapidly …