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Coming Out Experiences Of Lgb Latinos/As, Camilo Posada Rodriguez
Coming Out Experiences Of Lgb Latinos/As, Camilo Posada Rodriguez
Scholarly Undergraduate Research Journal at Clark (SURJ)
The coming out process is a fundamental part in the lives of LGB individuals. Research suggests that there are factors that might make coming out detrimental to the mental health of an individual. This study aims to better understand the coming out experiences of LGB Latinos/as and the possible relations to cultural values such as religion, familismo, and conservative points of view. Participants were 9 self-identified Latino/a lesbian, gay, or bisexual adults currently living in the U.S. recruited through public and online advertisements. The author engaged in thematic analysis to identify relevant patterns about the participants’ coming out experiences. …