Family, Machismo, & Internalized Homonegativity: Links to Depression in Latino MSM
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Date of Award
Summer 8-1-2025
Document Type
Applied Project
Degree Name
Master of Science in Research Psychology (MS)
Department
Psychology
Supervisor
Dr. Sunny Ho
Second Reader
Dr. Jenny Lee Vaydich
Third Reader
Dr. Jessica Fossum
Keywords
Parental Rejection, Depression, Latino MSM, Machismo, Minority Stress
Abstract
This research proposal aims to examine the psychological impact of perceived parental rejection on Latino men who have sex with men (MSM), with particular attention to internalized homonegativity and machismo. Utilizing a moderated mediation model, the study investigates whether internalized homonegativity mediates the relationship between parental rejection and depression. Furthermore, it explores whether machismo moderates the association between parental rejection and internalized homonegativity. The proposed research seeks to advance understanding of culturally specific stressors that influence mental health outcomes in Latino MSM populations.
Recommended Citation
Cruz-Cruz, Eddie, "Family, Machismo, & Internalized Homonegativity: Links to Depression in Latino MSM" (2025). Research Psychology Theses. 34.
https://digitalcommons.spu.edu/rpsy_etd/34
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