Approach and avoidant coping among black transgender women who have experienced violence

What is it about?

Findings suggest that Black transgender women who survived interpersonal victimization employ several approach and avoidant coping strategies that can inform mental health interventions to promote strength, coping, and resilience in this community.

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Why is it important?

It is important to understand the many nuanced ways Black transgender women cope with interpersonal violent victimization, given the high prevalence of violence they experience.