Self-Silencing & Psychological Distress in Women's Same-Gender Relationships
Event Type
Research Presentation
Academic Department
Psychology
Location
Dana Science Building, 2nd floor
Start Date
24-4-2026 1:00 PM
End Date
24-4-2026 2:30 PM
Description
Interpersonal processes are a known predictor of mental health; however, less is known about how this functions in women's same-gender romantic relationships. This study examines whether self-silencing mediates the association between unmitigated communion and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Participants aged 18 and older who have been involved in a romantic relationship with a woman will complete an online survey using validated measures of interpersonal tendencies and assessments for anxiety and depression. It is hypothesized that greater unmitigated communion will positively correlate with self-silencing as well as greater symptoms of anxiety and depression. The findings of this study may deepen our understanding of how relationship patterns impact mental health in queer populations and inform therapeutic approaches that promote healthy boundaries.
Self-Silencing & Psychological Distress in Women's Same-Gender Relationships
Dana Science Building, 2nd floor
Interpersonal processes are a known predictor of mental health; however, less is known about how this functions in women's same-gender romantic relationships. This study examines whether self-silencing mediates the association between unmitigated communion and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Participants aged 18 and older who have been involved in a romantic relationship with a woman will complete an online survey using validated measures of interpersonal tendencies and assessments for anxiety and depression. It is hypothesized that greater unmitigated communion will positively correlate with self-silencing as well as greater symptoms of anxiety and depression. The findings of this study may deepen our understanding of how relationship patterns impact mental health in queer populations and inform therapeutic approaches that promote healthy boundaries.
Comments
Under the direction of Dr. Bonnie Bowers.