Social Determinants
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Disparities in healthcare access among sexual and gender minority individuals with generalized anxiety disorder in the US.
December 9, 2026 · Social psychiatry and psychiatric epidemiology
Key takeaway
A national study found that LGBTQ+ adults with anxiety face steep hurdles getting healthcare, from high costs to mistreatment by doctors. For Black LGBTQ+ people, these struggles are even harder due to overlapping bias and discrimination. Making care affordable and welcoming is critical so everyone in our community can get the mental health support they deserve.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in social determinants helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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