Brazil

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3 - Brazil

from Part I - Considerations for Sexual Minority and Gender Diverse Individuals Living in Specific Countries

Published online by Cambridge University Press: 06 March 2025

Amanda Londero-Santos and

Jean Carlos Natividade

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Ashley K. Randall and

Pamela J. Lannutti

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Ashley K. Randall: Affiliation:
Arizona State University
Pamela J. Lannutti: Affiliation:
Widener University, Pennsylvania

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The chapter begins with a review of the historical and current socio-political context for sexual minority and gender diverse (SMGD) individuals living in Brazil, followed by relevant research on the associations between minority stress and well-being. A particular focus is devoted to presenting data collected as part of the SMGD-MN study. The chapter concludes with recommendations for future psychological research with SMGD communities in Brazil.

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Sexual minority gender diverse minority stress well-being social support dyadic coping Brazil

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Information: Experiences of Sexual Minority and Gender Diverse Individuals in Romantic Relationships
Heeding a Global Call
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009345774.006 [Opens in a new window]

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