What is it about?

This study examined relationships among minority stressors and psychological distress among asexual transgender and gender nonconforming individuals. Multiple regression results revealed that vigilance and gender expression minority stress significantly positively predicted psychological distress.

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Why is it important?

This study may aid various professionals in focusing on and reducing specific minority stressors and could facilitate reducing psychological distress.

Perspectives

This article is especially significant to me because it highlights the compounded impact of minority stress on individuals who hold both asexual and transgender or gender nonconforming identities—two communities I am deeply committed to supporting in my work. Understanding these intersecting stressors is crucial for creating more effective, inclusive, and affirming care practices. It reinforces the importance of elevating marginalized voices and addressing health disparities with empathy and evidence-based approaches.

Dr. Jared William Boot-Haury
Palo Alto University

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This page is a summary of: Minority Stress and Psychological Distress Among Asexual Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Individuals, Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research, January 2023, Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology,
DOI: 10.24839/2325-7342.jn28.2.132.
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