Social Stressors and Alcohol Use Among Immigrant Sexual and Gender Minority Latinos in a Nontraditional Settlement State

Gilbert, Paul A.; Perreira, Krista M.; Eng, Eugenia; Rhodes, Scott D.

doi:10.3109/10826084.2014.901389

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“…The remaining three papers reporting a positive association presented conflicting evidence. For example, two papers reported a positive association between sexual orientation discrimination and any drinking (Gilbert, Perreira, Eng, & Rhodes, 2014; Ortiz-Hernandez, Tello, & Valdes, 2009), but two additional papers found no such association (Rivers, 2004; Rosario, Schrimshaw, & Hunter, 2008). Further, in three papers sexual orientation discrimination was associated with hazardous drinking (Hequembourg & Dearing, 2013; Lehavot & Simoni, 2011; Weber, 2008); however, four papers found no relationship with hazardous drinking (D’Augelli, Grossman, Hershberger, & O’Connell, 2001; Igartua, Gill, & Montoro, 2003; M.W.…”

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Discrimination and drinking: A systematic review of the evidence

Gilbert

Zemore

2016

Social Science & Medicine

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Although it is widely accepted that discrimination is associated with heavy and hazardous drinking, particularly within stress and coping frameworks, there has been no comprehensive review of the evidence. In response, we conducted a systematic review of the English language peer-reviewed literature to summarize studies of discrimination and alcohol-related outcomes, broadly defined. Searching six online data bases, we identified 937 non-duplicative titles published between 1980 and 2015, of which 97 met all inclusion criteria for our review and reported quantitative tests of associations between discrimination and alcohol use. We extracted key study characteristics and assessed quality based on reported methodological details. Papers generally supported a positive association; however, the quantity and quality of evidence varied considerably. The largest number of studies was of racial/ethnic discrimination among African Americans in the United States, followed by sexual orientation and gender discrimination. Studies of racial/ethnic discrimination were notable for their frequent use of complex modeling (i.e., mediation, moderation) but focused nearly exclusively on interpersonal discrimination. In contrast, studies of sexual orientation discrimination (i.e., heterosexism, homophobia) examined both internalized and interpersonal aspects; however, the literature largely relied on global tests of association using cross-sectional data. Some populations (e.g., Native Americans, Asian and Pacific Islanders) and types of discrimination (e.g., systemic/structural racism; ageism) received scant attention. This review extends our knowledge of a key social determinant of health through alcohol use. We identified gaps in the evidence base and suggest directions for future research related to discrimination and alcohol misuse.

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Discrimination and drinking: A systematic review of the evidence

Gilbert

Zemore

2016

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“…For example, in a study of Latino men who have sex with men, discrimination was associated with increased risk of HIV infection due to increased sexual risk taking [36]. Discrimination has also been associated with increased substance use among Latinas and Latino men who have sex with men [37–39], which can increase risk for STIs. Future research should explore whether discrimination is associated sexual health behaviors and utilization of health care among Latina sexual minority women.…”

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Sexual Health in a Social and Cultural Context: a Qualitative Study of Young Latina Lesbian, Bisexual, and Queer Women

Santos

Williams

Rodriguez

et al. 2017

J. Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities

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Previous research on sexual minority and Latina women suggests that Latina lesbian, bisexual, and queer (LBQ) women may be at high risk for sexually associated and transmitted infections, but research on the sexual health and practices of this population is limited. This qualitative study explored the knowledge, attitudes, and values related to sexual health among a purposive sample of Latina LBQ women living in Seattle, WA. Latina LBQ women (N = 14) were recruited to participate in in-depth interviews about their sexual health through community organizations, flyers posted on college campuses, email and social media advertisements, and participant referrals. In-person semi-structured interviews were conducted and transcribed; transcripts were coded by two independent coders and reviewed for prominent themes. Four main themes emerged: 1) Latina sexual minorities’ sexual health is shaped by their social and cultural context, 2) they lack needed sexual health knowledge, 3) their sexual health behaviors vary depending on the relationship status and gender of their partners, and 4) they value taking responsibility for their own sexual health. Further research is needed to better understand sexual health among Latina LBQ women and to identify ways in which their values can be leveraged to promote positive sexual health outcomes.

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“…While this phenomenon has been shown in multiple empirical studies of alcohol use among transgender populations (Bradford et al, 2013; Gilbert et al, 2014; Hotton et al, 2013; Reisner et al, 2013; Rowe et al, 2015), there is a paucity of research about how certain forms of assault (i.e., physical, verbal, and sexual) are associated with heavy episodic drinking for transgender people. In studies where transgender status was not measured, different types of victimization have diverse effects on alcohol use (Begle et al, 2011; Tyler et al, 2012).…”

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“…Another study of Massachusetts adults (aged 18–64 years) found no differences in the prevalence of past-month heavy episodic use between transgender and cisgender populations (Conron et al, 2012). The remaining few studies about transgender individuals’ alcohol use utilized convenience-based samples or lacked direct cisgender comparison groups (Bradford et al, 2013; Gilbert et al, 2014; Hotton et al, 2013; Reisner et al, 2013; Rowe et al, 2015). Therefore, we have incomplete knowledge about drinking differences between transgender and cisgender populations, especially among young adults, the age group most at risk for heavy alcohol use in the United States (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2010b; Fryar et al, 2006; Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2011; United States Department of Health and Human Services, 2009).…”

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Differences in alcohol use and alcohol-related problems between transgender- and nontransgender-identified young adults

Coulter

Blosnich

Bukowski

et al. 2015

Drug and Alcohol Dependence

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Background Little is known about differences in alcohol use and alcohol-related problems between transgender- and nontransgender-identified populations. Using data from a large-scale health survey, we compare the drinking patterns and prevalence of alcohol-related problems of transgender-identified individuals to nontransgender-identified males and females. For transgender-identified people, we examine how various forms of victimization relate to heavy episodic drinking (HED). Methods Cross-sectional surveys were completed by 75,192 students aged 18–29 years attending 120 post-secondary educational institutions in the United States from 2011–2013. Self-reported measures included alcohol use, alcohol-related problems, victimization, and sociodemographics, including 3 gender-identity groups: transgender-identified individuals; nontransgender-identified males; and nontransgender-identified females. Results Compared to transgender-identified individuals, nontransgender-identified males were more likely to report HED in the past 2 weeks (relative risk=1.42; p=0.006); however, nontransgender-identified males and females reported HED on fewer days than transgender-identified people (incidence-rate ratios [IRRs] ranged from 0.28–0.43; p-values<0.001). Compared to transgender-identified people, nontransgender-identified males and females had lower odds of past-year alcohol-related sexual assault and suicidal ideation (odds ratios ranged from 0.24–0.45; p-values<0.05). Among transgender-identified people, individuals who were sexually assaulted (IRR=3.21, p=0.011) or verbally threatened (IRR=2.42, p=0.021) in the past year had greater HED days than those who did not experience those forms of victimization. Conclusions Compared to transgender-identified people, nontransgender-identified males and females: have fewer HED occasions (despite nontransgender-identified males having greater prevalence of HED); and are at lower risk for alcohol-related sexual assaults and suicidal ideation. Experiences of sexual assault and verbal threats are associated with greater HED occasions for transgender-identified people.

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Social Stressors and Alcohol Use Among Immigrant Sexual and Gender Minority Latinos in a Nontraditional Settlement State

Cited by 27 publications

References 68 publications

Discrimination and drinking: A systematic review of the evidence

Discrimination and drinking: A systematic review of the evidence

Sexual Health in a Social and Cultural Context: a Qualitative Study of Young Latina Lesbian, Bisexual, and Queer Women

Differences in alcohol use and alcohol-related problems between transgender- and nontransgender-identified young adults

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