Factors Influencing Depression and Anxiety among Black Sexual Minority Men
Author Information
Author(s): Graham Louis F., Aronson Robert E., Nichols Tracy, Stephens Charles F., Rhodes Scott D.
Primary Institution: University of North Carolina Greensboro
Hypothesis
The study aims to examine the relationships between depression and anxiety, ethnic and sexual identity development, and discrimination and harassment among Black sexual minority men.
Conclusion
The study found that experiences of discrimination and internalized homonegativity significantly contribute to depression and anxiety among Black sexual minority men.
Supporting Evidence
- 30% of the sample had scale scores indicating likelihood of depression and anxiety.
- 64% of the variance in depression scores was explained by discrimination and harassment.
- 53% of the variance in anxiety scores was explained by discrimination and harassment.
Takeaway
This study shows that Black men who love other men often feel sad and anxious because of discrimination and negative feelings about their identity.
Methodology
An observational cross-sectional study design using self-administered online surveys and stepwise multiple regression analysis.
Potential Biases
The use of self-reported measures may introduce bias, and the sample may not represent the broader population of Black sexual minority men.
Limitations
The study used snowball sampling, which may not accurately reflect the target population, and had a small sample size that could affect the power of the results.
Participant Demographics
{"age_range":"19-50 years","mean_age":31,"education":{"high_school":12,"some_college":39,"four_year_degree":31,"terminal_degree":18},"sexual_orientation":{"homosexual":77,"bisexual":23},"religious_affiliation":{"christian":50,"spiritual":33,"none":17},"depression_diagnosis":33}
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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