Christina J Ezemenaka, Wanda Martin Burton, Sharlene Newman
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Abstract
Background: Gendered racial microaggressions adversely impact Black college women's mental health, but less is known about rural Black women's mental health.
Objective: Examine the association between gendered racism, depression, and psychological distress.
Methods: This cross-sectional study included 200 rural Black women from the Southeastern United States. Gendered racism was assessed using the Gendered Racial Microaggressions scale (GRMS). Linear regression was used to assess GRM subscales, depression (PHQ-9) and psychological distress (K6) as outcomes.
Results: Of the 200, 21.5% reported depression and 31% reported moderate psychological distress. Depression increased with increasing stress appraisal of gendered racism, p = 0.002.
Conclusion: Gendered racial microaggressions impact the mental health of rural Black women.
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