Adverse Childhood Experiences and Psychological Correlates of Substance Use Disorders Among Black Sexual Minority Women

Original research
par
Thorpe, Shemeka et al

Date de publication

2023

Géographie

USA

Langue de la ressource

English

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Non

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Non

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

This study examined the influence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on Black sexual minority women’s mental health and substance use disorders in adulthood.

Constatations/points à retenir

Black sexual minority women with ACEs are at higher risk for mental health concerns throughout their lifespan and maladaptive coping strategies (e.g., substance use).

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Secondary data analysis was conducted using N = 149 Black sexual minority women’s reports from the Generations Study.

Mots clés

2SLGBTQI+
Equity
Sex/Gender
Mental health
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