This study examines the role of human-animal interaction (HAI) in relations between sexual and gender minority (SGM) stress, personal hardiness, and psychological stress during …
ABSTRACT LGBTQ+ people tend to experience prejudice, stigma, and discrimination, which increases their risk of developing mental health difficulties. Support networks, including …
This qualitative study explores the benefits and risks associated with living with companion animals during the transition to adulthood among 117 sexual and gender minority (SGM) …
LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other sexual/gender minority identities) individuals frequently report exposure to microaggressions, which are associated …
RM Schmitz, J Tabler, ZT Carlisle, L Almy - Archives of Sexual Behavior, 2021 - Springer
Health disparities persist for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or queer (LGBTQ+)- identified people, often shaped by minority stress through anti-LGBTQ+ stigma. Resilience …
Purpose The purpose of the study reported in this paper was to explore the role of animals in buffering against cisgenderist violence experienced by trans young people. Method …
GE Grey, GJ Treharne, DW Riggs… - … journal of transgender …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
Background: The love, joy and sense of connection between humans and animal companions can bring shared health benefits. Often this is referred to as the 'pet effect' …
A growing body of evidence has provided support for the beneficial impact of human-animal interactions on a range of biological, social, and psychological outcomes for humans; …
There is a paucity of research exploring how relationships with household pets may impact maternal mental health. We are unaware of any study to date that has examined …