Intersectionality Research Within Latinx Mental Health: Conceptual and Methodological Considerations
Document Type
Article
Language
eng
Publication Date
2018
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Source Publication
Journal of Latina/o Psychology
Source ISSN
2163-0070
Abstract
Intersectionality considers the meaning and consequences associated with multiple identities along interlocking systems of disadvantage and inequality (Cole, 2009; Crenshaw, 1991). In recent years, there has been increasing attention on examining the mental health outcomes associated with membership in multiple marginalized groups. Unfortunately, intersectionality research examining the unique experiences of Latinx groups remains scarce. The current article reviews theoretical and methodological considerations regarding intersectionality research within Latinx mental health. From a theoretical perspective, intersectionality brings a series of questions regarding the epistemological approaches to studying psychological phenomena. This, in turn, influ- ences the methodological strategies used to examine these processes. The discussion advances the ongoing discourse regarding the benefits and limitations of integrating intersectionality within research that provides further insight into our Latinx communities.
Recommended Citation
Torres, Lucas; Mata-Greve, Felicia; Bird, Claire Maria; and Hernandez, Erick Herrera, "Intersectionality Research Within Latinx Mental Health: Conceptual and Methodological Considerations" (2018). Psychology Faculty Research and Publications. 434.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/psych_fac/434
Comments
Accepted version. Journal of Latina/o Psychology, Vol. 6, No. 4 (2018): 304-317. DOI. © 2018 American Psychological Association. Used with permission.