Perceptions of a Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Intervention for Sexual Minority Adults.

ABSTRACT: Sexual minority (SM) adults have a higher prevalence of risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD), largely attributable to increased exposure to minority stressors. There are no evidence-based CVD risk reduction interventions tailored to the needs of SM adults. We conducted a qualitative descriptive study to explore SM adults' perceptions and preferences for a culturally tailored, minority stress-informed intervention for CVD risk reduction. SM adults without CVD were interviewed and presented with a 10-week proposed intervention that combined elements of existing interventions for minority stress and CVD risk reduction. Participants were asked about preferences regarding intervention delivery methods, setting, and duration. Interviews were deductively coded into cognitive, behavioral,

SUBMITTER: Pepe V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11580400 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature