Untangling Relational Ties: How Internalized Homonegativity and Adult Attachment Shape Relationship Quality in Lesbian and Gay Couples.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Several studies point to an association between minority stress, especially internalized homonegativity and the quality of the couple relationship. However, the dimensions of psychological functioning that might moderate this relationship seem to be scarcely explored. Accordingly, the present study aimed to investigate the association between internalized homonegativity and relationship quality by examining the moderating role of adult attachment (dimensions of anxiety and avoidance) in lesbian and gay (LG) people.

Materials and methods

A total of 674 LG participants who had been in a couple relationship for at least 12 months were included in the study and completed self-report questionnaires.

Results

The results show a direct negative effect of internal

SUBMITTER: Trombetta T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11851490 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature