Qualitative interviews highlight the mental health challenges faced by sexuality and gender diverse emerging adults of color, suggesting a need for culturally affirming support.
Key Points
This research investigates the mental health experiences of sexuality and gender diverse emerging adults of color affected by racism and discrimination.
In-depth interviews with 18 participants aged 18-24.
Participants self-identified as both sexuality and gender diverse and marginalized racially.
Thematic analysis was used to interpret the data with an intersectionality-informed approach.
Identified themes of intersectional stigma and social exclusion impacting mental health.
Described trust issues in care systems and a need for affirming mental health spaces.
Structural barriers reduce access to culturally competent mental health services.