articlePsychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender DiversityAug 1, 2013Closed access

Prejudice, social stress, and mental health in lesbian, gay, and bisexual populations: Conceptual issues and research evidence.

IHIlan H. Meyer
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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

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  • Prejudice (legal term)
  • Psychology
  • Lesbian
  • Mental health
  • Minority stress
  • Homosexuality
  • Male Homosexuality
  • Sexual orientation
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