That's So Gay! by Kevin L. Nadal People who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) experience subtle forms of discrimination, also known as microaggressions. Microaggressions are commonplace interactions that occur in a wide variety of social settings, including school or the workplace, among friends and family, and even among other LGBT people. These accumulated experiences are associated with feelings of victimization, suicidal thinking, and higher rates of substance abuse, depression, and other health problems among members of the LGBT community.Call Number: HQ73 .N24 2013
ISBN: 9781433812804
Publication Date: 2013-02-01
Microaggressions in Everyday Life by Introduces the concept of microaggressions brief, everyday exchanges involving subtle racism, sexism, and heterosexism and then presents a taxonomy of microaggressions. Next, manifestations of various microaggressions are examined, in addition to their psychological effects on both the perpetrators and target person. The book closes with a discussion of microaggressions in education, employment, and health care along with suggestions and guidelines for combating microaggressions.
Microaggressions and Marginality by A landmark volume exploring covert bias, prejudice, and discrimination with hopeful solutions for their eventual dissolution.
That's So Gay! by People who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) experience subtle forms of discrimination, also known as microaggressions. Microaggressions are commonplace interactions that occur in a wide variety of social settings, including school or the workplace, among friends and family, and even among other LGBT people. These accumulated experiences are associated with feelings of victimization, suicidal thinking, and higher rates of substance abuse, depression, and other health problems among members of the LGBT community.
