Validating Work Discrimination and Coping Strategy Models for Sexual Minorities |
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| Authors: | Y. Barry Chung Wendi Williams Franco Dispenza |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Counseling and Psychological Services, Georgia State University.;2. Department of Counseling and Applied Educational Psychology, Northeastern University;3. Department of Human Development and Leadership, Long Island University‐Brooklyn Campus. |
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| Abstract: | The purpose of this study was to validate and expand on Y. B. Chung's (2001) models of work discrimination and coping strategies among lesbian, gay, and bisexual persons. In semistructured individual interviews, 17 lesbians and gay men reported 35 discrimination incidents and their related coping strategies. Responses were coded based on Chung's models. Results supported the validity of the Work Discrimination model and two coping strategy models (Vocational Choice and Identity Management). The Discrimination Management coping strategy model was expanded. Implications for practice and research are discussed. |
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