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The Relationship Between Sexual Minority Stress and Sexual Satisfaction: A Meta-Analytic Review
Terri A Croteau1, Todd G Morrison1
1Department of Psychology and Health Studies, University of Saskatchewan.
Journal of Sex Research
|August 29, 2024
Summary
Minority stress negatively impacts sexual satisfaction for sexual minorities. Internalized stigma has the strongest effect, though older adults may cope better.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Sexual minorities experience minority stress, impacting their wellbeing.
- Sexual satisfaction is crucial for overall health and quality of life.
- Existing research lacks a systematic synthesis of minority stress and sexual satisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a meta-analytic review on the association between minority stress and sexual satisfaction in sexual minorities.
- To systematically synthesize existing literature on this topic.
- To identify specific types of minority stress and demographic factors that moderate this relationship.
Main Methods:
- Meta-analytic review of 28 articles with 61 effect sizes (N=183,832).
- Studies recruited through electronic databases, screened using PRISMA guidelines.
- Analysis of associations between sexual minority stress (stigma, concealment) and sexual satisfaction.
Main Results:
- A small, inverse relationship was found between minority stress and sexual satisfaction.
- Internalized sexual identity stigma had a larger negative effect than sexual identity stigma or concealment.
- Older age was associated with a smaller negative effect, suggesting better coping mechanisms.
Conclusions:
- Minority stress contributes to diminished sexual satisfaction among sexual minorities.
- Targeting internalized stigma is crucial for clinical interventions.
- Future research should explore age-related coping strategies and their implications for sexual health.
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