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Variations in stigma by sexual orientation and substance use: An investigation of double stigma

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Stigma can have a debilitating effect on mental health. Both LGBTQ+ individuals and substance users experience stigma, and concurrent membership of both groups can result in double stigma. This study aimed to investigate differences in stigmatized attitudes based on substance use behaviors and sexual identity using data from 102 participants (83% female). Findings suggest the presence of a hierarchy of stigma where heterosexual individuals were typically viewed more positively than LGBTQ+ individuals, regardless of the substance using status of the LGBTQ+ individual. However illicit drug use by heterosexual individuals resulted in the most negative attitudes. Implications are discussed.

Source: Sexual and Gender Diversity in Social Services

DOI: 10.1080/10538720.2022.2044954

Authors: Ellis R. Agnew, Kareena McAloney-Kocaman, Kirsty Wiseman-Gregg

Institution: Glasgow Caledonian University

Language: English

Topic: LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4221101151

FWCI: 1.333

Cites: 32

Cited by: 10

Related to: 10