Authors
Kirsten Russell, Simon C Hunter, Abigail Post, Susan Rasmussen, Robert J Cramer
Publication date
2024/6/24
Journal
International journal of social psychiatry
Pages
00207640241262732
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Description
Background
Hate-motivated behaviour (HMB) ranges from microaggressions to criminal acts and is a public health concern with wide-ranging consequences.
Aims
The current study aimed to examine the mental health correlates of HMB perpetration, victimisation and co-occurring victimisation/perpetration.
Methods
Participants (n = 447) completed an online cross-sectional survey assessing demographic factors, HMB (perpetration and victimisation), positive mental wellbeing and symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Results
HMB victimisation was associated with lower positive mental wellbeing and increased symptoms of anxiety and depression. However, neither HMB perpetration nor co-occurring perpetration/victimisation were associated with any of the three mental health outcome measures.
Conclusion
Experiencing HMB as a victim is linked to increased psychological distress. Additional research, which …
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