DISCRIMINATION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND ALCOHOL AMONGST LATINE

Existing research acknowledges the influence of discrimination on alcohol use, this study emphasizes the equally significant role of sexual orientation on alcohol use. Associations between these factors and alcohol consumption demonstrate the necessity for ongoing research to analyze their intricate relationships and subsequent health outcomes. This study highlights the crucial need for an in-depth exploration of discrimination as well as marginalized identities as contributing factors in alcohol consumption. Using a quantitative approach to assess secondary data gathered from the National Alcohol Surveys (NAS), this paper underscores the importance of a comprehensive and timely approach to research the multifaceted impact of discrimination on alcohol-related health outcomes. Research findings highlight significant associations between (1) experiences of discrimination as well as (2) non-heterosexual orientation and reporting alcohol use had a harmful effect on health among Latine adults, providing valuable insights into factors influencing individual behaviors and health outcomes. Our findings with this study suggest the need for studies that assess the relationships between (1) non-heterosexual orientation and (2) discrimination and alcohol usage and individuals identifying as Latine. There is also a need for more inclusive vocabulary to be used when assisting specific subgroups within the non-heterosexual orientation community.