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Nonbinary people: Perceived social support in personal relationships and (virtual) communities
Teresa Teixeira1, Nuno Santos Carneiro1,2, Conceição Nogueira1
1Center for Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, University of Porto, Portugal.
International Journal of Transgender Health
|October 28, 2024
Summary
Social support significantly impacts nonbinary individuals
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Nonbinary individuals face significant societal challenges due to a lack of understanding and representation.
- Discrimination arises from the societal dismissal of nonbinary identities.
- Social support is crucial for mitigating negative experiences and improving well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how nonbinary individuals experience social support in significant relationships (romantic, friendships, family) before and after disclosing their identity.
- To understand the role of participation in activist groups and virtual communities in the social support network of nonbinary individuals.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative methodology utilizing non-structured life story interviews.
- Thematic analysis of data from thirty-three nonbinary individuals in Portugal.
- Focus on perceived social support within significant relationships and community involvement.
Main Results:
- Two primary themes emerged: 'Flow of Relational Support' and 'The Search and Find of Community Support'.
- Participants reported diverse levels of support, with no one receiving comprehensive support from all explored sources.
- Lack of relational and community support negatively impacted validation and recognition, while also increasing scrutiny and prejudice.
Conclusions:
- Perceived social support positively influences the experiences of nonbinary individuals.
- The absence of support in critical areas has detrimental effects.
- Nonbinary individuals face significant societal prejudice, impacting their ability to live openly and authentically.
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