Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2022
Abstract
Microaggressions are a regular occurrence for many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other gender/sexuality minority (LGBTQ+) people. Microaggressions refer to verbal, behavioral, and environmental discrimination that are perpetrated against minorities and can often have mental health implications for victims. Traditionally research on microaggressions towards LGBTQ+ people has examined how a heterodominant population is discriminatory towards this minority group. Therefore in this study we aimed to characterize within group discrimination and microaggressions experienced by LGBTQ+ adults in Spain through interviews (n=18) and the LGBT People of Color Microaggressions (LGBT POC) Scale questionnaire (n=514). Participants reported biphobia, transphobia, internalized heteronormativity, strict gender roles, and racism. Findings provide insight into challenges within the Spanish LGBTQ+ community and serve as a starting point for future research and mental health initiatives.
Recommended Citation
Mittal, Isha; Ronzón-Tirado, Roman; Charak, Ruby; and Cano-Gonzalez, Ines, "Experiences of Microaggressions, Discrimination, & Exclusion within the LGBTQ+ Community in Spain" (2022). MEDI 9331 Scholarly Activities Clinical Years. 65.
https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/som9331/65
Academic Level
medical student