Stress shared by same-sex couples can have unique health impacts
Friday, January 30, 2015 - 15:00
in Psychology & Sociology
Minority stress -- which results from being stigmatized and disadvantaged in society -- affects same-sex couples' stress levels and overall health, research indicates. Authors of a new study state that the health effects of minority stress shared by a couple can be understood as distinct from individual stress, a new framework in the field.