The Impact of Social Stigma on the Mental Health of LGBTQ Community

LGBTQ+ community people experience and worries of sexual stigma that affects their mental health. This study investigates the relationship between social stigma and mental health outcomes among LGBTQ+ individuals in India. Utilizing data from a diverse sample of 400 participants, comprising males, females, and non-binary/genderqueer individuals, gathered through an online questionnaire, the research examines the impact of social stigma variables including Rejection, Inferiority, Support Loved Ones and Social Perception Isolation and Loneliness Emotional Resilience parameters such as Unhappiness, Nervousness, and Suicidal Thoughts. Statistical analyses, conducted using SPSS, reveal moderate to moderately strong correlations between experiences of social stigma and adverse mental health outcomes, highlighting the urgent essential for targeted interventions toward reduce stigma then enhance rational healthiness support within LGBTQ+ communities in India and beyond. These findings underscore the importance of fostering inclusive environments and tailored interventions to promote the well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals.