Perceived discrimination and psychological distress in Sweden.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
There is lack of evidence on the health effects of perceived discrimination. We analysed the association between perceived discrimination and psychological distress, and whether socio-economic disadvantage explains this association in 15,406 men and 17,922 women in Sweden during 2004. After adjustment for age and long-term illness, frequent experiences of discrimination were associated with increased likelihood of psychological distress. Socio-economic disadvantage explained about 25% of this association.
Medical subject headings
- Prejudice
- Stress, Psychological