2016 Presidential Election impact on gays and lesbians

What is it about?

We tracked almost 300 gay and lesbian Americans during the 2016 presidential election. On the day after election of Donald Trump, gays and lesbians reported feeling physically ill, less healthy, stressed, depressed, anxious, discriminated against, more isolated, and numerous other negative effects.

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Why is it important?

This study illustrates how minority stresses, such as political uncertainty and discrimination, impact vulnerable minorities. These stresses may explain why gays and lesbians have worse health and well-being than straight people.