Thomas P Le
Datos Biográficos
| ID | 758161 |
|---|---|
| NOMBRE | Thomas P Le |
| NOMBRES | Thomas P |
| APELLIDO | Le |
| FIRMA | LE T P |
| AFILIACIONES | Bryn Mawr College |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-6685-2236 |
| VERIFICADO | Sí |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 51 |
| TOTAL DE CITAS | 57 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 51 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMER AÑO DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2018 |
| AÑO MÁS RECIENTE DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 3 |
Queer Asian American men's self-objectification
An intersectional investigation of gendered racial microaggressions and Asian American women’s body appreciation
Feminine Norms, Culture, and Asian and White American College Women’s Drinking Behaviors
OBJECTIVE: Research indicates that heavy alcohol use is increasingly prevalent among college young adult women and is associated with a range of negative health outcomes. To expand upon prior quantitative research examining the influence of distinct feminine norms and cultural factors on college women's alcohol consumption, the present study seeks to develop a comprehensive, in-depth understanding of these factors through a qualitative approach, …
Sexual racism, resistance and empowerment against racism, and muscle dysmorphia among sexual minority Asian American men
Body image research has documented that Asian American men experience disproportionately high rates of muscularity-related concerns compared to other racial groups. This is particularly pertinent among sexual minority Asian American men who face frequent experiences of sexual racism within the sexual minority community, which can significantly shape their body image attitudes. Nevertheless, limited studies have examined the impact of sexual racis…
Racial Oppression, Self-Efficacy, and Avoidance of Interpersonal Intimacy Among Queer Men of Color
Queer men of color face pervasive experiences of racism, both in their daily lives and in romantic and sexual contexts (i.e., sexual racism), which carry deleterious effects on their psychological and behavioral well-being. Nevertheless, no studies have examined how racial oppression may impact experiences of interpersonal intimacy among this under-researched community. Grounded in the multidimensional racism-related stress model and intersection…
Higher recreational screen time and lower step count are associated with higher cardiovascular disease risk in early adolescence
Adolescence is a critical period for developing behaviors that affect lifelong cardiovascular health. While physical activity improves cardiovascular outcomes, excessive recreational screen time is linked to negative cardiovascular indicators. This study examined associations between screen time and physical activity with cardiovascular risk factors in a large, diverse sample of early adolescents. This study included 4,443 adolescents from the Ad…
Gendered racism, conformity to masculine norms, and Asian American men’s likelihood to perpetrate sexual assault
Sexual Racism, Racial Dating Preferences, and Height Dating Preferences Among Queer Asian American Men
Associations between discrimination and first-generation college students’ belonging and academic well-being
First-generation college students (FGCS) make up one third of the college student population but continue to face unfavorable academic outcomes. A powerful yet understudied factor that contributes to FGCS' lower academic and graduation rates is campus discrimination. Importantly, discrimination undermines feelings of belonging on campus and belonging has been found to predict academic performance, motivation, and persistence to graduation. The pr…
Masculine Norms and Their Associations With Social Anxiety and Body Appreciation Among College Men in the United States
Previous research has identified the link between conformity to masculine norms and negative mental health outcomes. The present study thus examined how conformity to eight distinct masculine norms is associated with social anxiety and body appreciation among a sample of 271 college men living in the United States. College men living in the United States filled out an online questionnaire that assessed the variables of interest. Our main study va…
Gendered Racism and Asian American Men’s Hazardous Alcohol Use
Background: Gendered racism has been previously associated with greater alcohol use among Asian American men (AAM), yet the mechanisms underlying this association are not fully understood. Objectives: This study thus investigated whether gendered racism is associated with hazardous alcohol use among AAM directly and indirectly via drinking to cope and resistance and empowerment against racism. 253 AAM (M = 36.75 years old) completed an online cro…
Gendered racial microaggressions, racial collective self-esteem, and Asian American women’s disordered eating
The increasing prevalence of disordered eating among Asian American women emphasizes the importance of investigating how the intersection of racial and gender oppression influences this marginalized population’s mental health. The present study thus examined the associations between gendered racial microaggressions, racial collective self-esteem, and disordered eating among Asian American women living in the United States, as well as if internali…
Racial socialization, resistance against racism, ethnic identity, and Latinx adults’ racialized dating preferences
Parental racial–ethnic bias preparation, ethnic identity, and psychological distress in Latinx young adults
Gendered racial microaggressions and Asian American women’s hazardous alcohol use
Research indicates the importance of investigating psychosocial factors that contribute to Asian American women's hazardous alcohol use. Thus, the present study examines how gendered racial microaggressions and racial collective self-esteem are associated with hazardous alcohol use among Asian American women, as well as the potential indirect effect of drinking to cope. A final sample of 300 Asian American women filled out a cross-sectional surve…
Geosocial networking app use and queer Asian American men’s muscle dysmorphia
Is Taller Better, or Whiter? A Racial Investigation of Asian American Women’s Height Preferences in Dating
The influence of race and racism on dating have received increased attention in psychological science. However, few studies have investigated how racial factors may affect height preferences in dating, especially among Asian American women. The present study thus examined the association between internalized racism, racial collective self-esteem, racial dating preferences, and ideal and minimum acceptable dating height preferences among Asian Ame…
Geosocial Networking Apps and Queer Asian American Men’s Sexual Risk Behaviors
Public health research has documented a multitude of risk factors that drive sexual risk behaviors among sexual minority men, including online behaviors and negative body image attitudes. Sexual risk behaviors may be particularly pertinent among queer Asian American men who frequently engage with geosocial networking apps (GNAs), which can lead to self-objectification and body fat dissatisfaction. Nevertheless, no studies have examined the interp…
Asian Americans’ childhood emotional abuse, emotional neglect, and hazardous alcohol use
279) completed an online remote survey. Our findings revealed that childhood emotional neglect, but not emotional abuse, was significantly and positively associated with hazardous alcohol use. We found that resilience moderated the association between childhood emotional neglect and hazardous alcohol use so that only participants with average or high resilience experienced a significant association between childhood emotional neglect and hazardou…
I find value in myself”
Queer (i.e., gay, bisexual, or another sexual minority identity) Asian American men experience unique challenges and strengths related to their social identities at the intersection of race and sexual orientation. While a sizable body of research has shown how this population faces racism within the broader queer community, there is little research that specifically examines the strengths of this population, including how they cultivate self-love…
Appearance-Related Social Media Consciousness, Geosocial Networking App Use, and Sexual Risk Behaviors Among Latinx Sexual Minority Men in the US
Latinx sexual minority men (SMM) living in the U.S. endure intersectional oppression which has been linked to their engagement in sexual risk behaviors, increasing their risk for adverse outcomes such as HIV/STI/STD contraction and ongoing poverty. While research extensively documents the sexual behaviors of Latinx SMM, there is a lack of research examining the influence of their online experiences specifically. Addressing this gap, the present s…
Sexual Racism and Queer Asian American Men's Depression and Hazardous Drinking
While research suggests that sexual racism is prevalent within the gay community, studies have neglected to examine how this specific manifestation of racism influences queer Asian American men's mental health. Queer Asian American men's health outcomes are often overlooked as racism-related studies tend to homogenize queer Asian American men with queer men of color broadly. Thus, the present study examined the association between sexual racism a…
Of race and romance
Past research has identified that internalized racism affects Asian Americans' dating preferences; however, fewer studies have sought to examine Asian Americans who choose to date one another. For queer Asian American men, dating fellow Asian American men may represent a rejection of idealizing White men in romantic relational contexts. The present study thus utilized a grounded theory qualitative methodology with a strengths-based approach to un…
Why conform
Asian Americans’ childhood emotional abuse, emotional neglect, and opioid use
Asian Americans are highly underrepresented in opioid use research, despite recent studies demonstrating the presence of opioid use behaviors in Asian Americans and distinct negative outcomes of opioid use among Asian Americans in comparison to White adults. Emotional abuse and emotional neglect are important risk factors that may impact opioid use. Thus, the purpose of this study was to investigate (a) the associations between childhood emotiona…
Performance, Fantasy, or Narrative
LGBTQ+ Asian Americans experience intersecting forms of oppression, and due to the limited research on this underserved population, it is important to understand their lived experiences and the factors that enhance and endanger their health. The absence of positive representations of LGBTQ+ Asian Americans in the media upholds stereotypes and feelings of invisibility that have harmful effects. Studying LGBTQ+ Asian Americans using Kpop media offe…
Validation of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) Among LGBTQ+ People of Color
The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) is a preexisting measure of social support. The purpose of this study was to provide validity evidence for scores from the MSPSS obtained from a sample of 267 LGBTQ+ POC. The CFA results and fit indices supported the original three-factor solution
Gendered Racial Microaggressions, Feminism, and Asian American Women’s Eating Pathology
Of race and romance
Past research has identified that internalized racism affects Asian Americans' dating preferences; however, fewer studies have sought to examine Asian Americans who choose to date one another. For queer Asian American men, dating fellow Asian American men may represent a rejection of idealizing White men in romantic relational contexts. The present study thus utilized a grounded theory qualitative methodology with a strengths-based approach to un…
Asian American Women’s Racial Dating Preferences
Asian American women’s racialized dating choices have drawn widespread attention both in academic and public spheres. However, little empirical research has examined racially relevant sociocultural factors that may affect this population’s dating and physical attraction preferences. To further understand racialized desire among this underrepresented population, the present study examined the extent to which three sociocultural factors (i.e., inte…
Racial discrimination, gender role conflict, and depression in college men of color
Family Matters
Latinx sexual and gender minority individuals are at increased risk for engaging in risky sexual behavior given the intersection of their sexual orientation and ethnic identities. Many studies have found that sexual and gender minority Latinx folks experience nonacceptance and discrimination from within their families due to their identity. However, none have explored how underlying familial beliefs, such as traditional and egalitarian gender rol…
The association of conformity to feminine norms with women's food consumption after a negative mood induction
Sexual Racism and Queer Asian American Men's Depression and Hazardous Drinking
While research suggests that sexual racism is prevalent within the gay community, studies have neglected to examine how this specific manifestation of racism influences queer Asian American men's mental health. Queer Asian American men's health outcomes are often overlooked as racism-related studies tend to homogenize queer Asian American men with queer men of color broadly. Thus, the present study examined the association between sexual racism a…
Family rejection and LGBTQ+ Asian Americans’ psychological distress and disordered eating
Results indicate the importance of considering conflicts in allegiances, family shame, and the interpersonal dynamics of LGBTQ+ Asian Americans in understanding experiences of psychological distress and disordered eating. Implications are drawn for further research, clinical work, and broader efforts addressing the larger sociocultural environment that encourages family rejection of LGBTQ+ identity. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rig…
Trends and Disparities in Mental Health Use Among Asian American Sub-groups, 2013-2019
Queer Asian American men’s racialized dating preferences
Masculine norms and college men’s rape myth acceptance
Geosocial networking app use and queer Asian American men’s muscle dysmorphia
Effects of Natural Mentoring Relationships on College Students’ Mental Health
The transition to college involves a number of novel stressors for young adults and represents a period of heightened risk for the onset or worsening of diverse mental health problems. The presence of natural mentors may be one factor which alleviates risk for mental health problems in college first‐year students. Using a diverse sample of 275 first‐year college students, the present study examined the effects of different types of natural mentor…
The role of enculturation and acculturation in Asian and European American college students’ daily social stress and support
Men who intervene to prevent sexual assault
The association of conformity to feminine norms with women's food consumption after a negative mood induction
Distinct classes of alcohol use and related problems among Asian American young adults
There is little understanding and minimal research identifying distinct subgroups of drinkers among ethnic minority populations, particularly Asian Americans, although growing evidence suggests that high-risk groups of Asian American drinkers exist. Sociocultural factors, including ethnic background and nativity status can be theoretically important factors that might be associated with these distinct groups. Additionally, well-established correl…
Masculine norms and college men’s rape myth acceptance
Gendered Racial Microaggressions, Feminism, and Asian American Women’s Eating Pathology
Discomfort in LGBT community and psychological well-being for LGBT Asian Americans
While past research has examined the deleterious effects of racism on Asian Americans, fewer studies have investigated lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Asian Americans' unique experiences of oppression and unbelonging within the broader LGBT community. Guided by intersectionality and minority stress theoretical frameworks, the present study examined the effect of discomfort due to one's race/ethnicity within the LBGT community on ps…
Effects of Natural Mentoring Relationships on College Students’ Mental Health
The transition to college involves a number of novel stressors for young adults and represents a period of heightened risk for the onset or worsening of diverse mental health problems. The presence of natural mentors may be one factor which alleviates risk for mental health problems in college first‐year students. Using a diverse sample of 275 first‐year college students, the present study examined the effects of different types of natural mentor…
Family Matters
Latinx sexual and gender minority individuals are at increased risk for engaging in risky sexual behavior given the intersection of their sexual orientation and ethnic identities. Many studies have found that sexual and gender minority Latinx folks experience nonacceptance and discrimination from within their families due to their identity. However, none have explored how underlying familial beliefs, such as traditional and egalitarian gender rol…
Queer Asian American men’s racialized dating preferences
Minority stress, pandemic stress, and mental health among gender diverse young adults
Gender diverse people in the United States are uniquely vulnerable to deleterious health outcomes because of long-enshrined systems of oppression and marginalization in American society. Trans young adults are especially vulnerable to these deleterious outcomes owing to their unique position in the life course. However, more research is needed on the mechanisms through which this marginalization contributes to mental health disparities in trans p…
Racial discrimination, gender role conflict, and depression in college men of color
Validation of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) Among LGBTQ+ People of Color
The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) is a preexisting measure of social support. The purpose of this study was to provide validity evidence for scores from the MSPSS obtained from a sample of 267 LGBTQ+ POC. The CFA results and fit indices supported the original three-factor solution
Performance, Fantasy, or Narrative
LGBTQ+ Asian Americans experience intersecting forms of oppression, and due to the limited research on this underserved population, it is important to understand their lived experiences and the factors that enhance and endanger their health. The absence of positive representations of LGBTQ+ Asian Americans in the media upholds stereotypes and feelings of invisibility that have harmful effects. Studying LGBTQ+ Asian Americans using Kpop media offe…
Latinx sexual minority men, psychological well-being, racial sociopolitical involvement, and discomfort in LGBT community
Internalized model minority myth, distress, and anti-Black attitudes among low-income Asian Americans
An exploration of racial differences of psychosocial stressors and their association with mental health between Asian and White sexual minority men
There is growing concern that Asian sexual minority men (SMM), including gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men, may be at elevated risk of psychological distress and suicidal ideation, yet limited attention has focused on how psychosocial stressors may affect them. This study seeks to (a) explore differences in psychosocial stressors, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation between Asian and White SMM and (b) evaluate the potentia…
Mental health and resource utilization among underrepresented students transitioning to college in the United States
College students from historically underrepresented backgrounds (i.e., first-generation, low-income, and/or ethnic/racial minorities) may be less likely to utilize professional mental health resources on campus despite experiencing increased psychological distress. This study examined how psychosocial distress, mental health resource utilization, and perceived barriers to mental health care may differ for underrepresented and non-underrepresented…
Why conform
Asian Americans’ childhood emotional abuse, emotional neglect, and opioid use
Asian Americans are highly underrepresented in opioid use research, despite recent studies demonstrating the presence of opioid use behaviors in Asian Americans and distinct negative outcomes of opioid use among Asian Americans in comparison to White adults. Emotional abuse and emotional neglect are important risk factors that may impact opioid use. Thus, the purpose of this study was to investigate (a) the associations between childhood emotiona…
Therapist cultural humility, Black lesbian, gay, or bisexual centrality, client satisfaction with therapist, and future utilization of counseling services among Black lesbian, gay, or bisexual adults
Love isn’t colorblind
Past studies indicate that sociocultural factors may affect who Asian American adults wish to date. To expand upon this burgeoning field of research, the present study examined how internalized racism and resistance and empowerment against racism are associated with Asian American men’s preferences to date four different racial groups of women: Asian women, Black women, Latina women, and White women. The study included a sample of 244 Asian Ameri…
Family rejection and LGBTQ+ Asian Americans’ psychological distress and disordered eating
Results indicate the importance of considering conflicts in allegiances, family shame, and the interpersonal dynamics of LGBTQ+ Asian Americans in understanding experiences of psychological distress and disordered eating. Implications are drawn for further research, clinical work, and broader efforts addressing the larger sociocultural environment that encourages family rejection of LGBTQ+ identity. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rig…
Asian American Women’s Racial Dating Preferences
Asian American women’s racialized dating choices have drawn widespread attention both in academic and public spheres. However, little empirical research has examined racially relevant sociocultural factors that may affect this population’s dating and physical attraction preferences. To further understand racialized desire among this underrepresented population, the present study examined the extent to which three sociocultural factors (i.e., inte…
Internalized racism, racial collective self-esteem, and Asian American adults’ disordered eating
Psychology (40 obras) · Social Psychology (30 obras) · Sociology (26 obras) · Clinical Psychology (23 obras) · Ethnic group (23 obras) · Social Psychology (20 obras) · Asian americans (17 obras) · Gender Studies (17 obras) · Racism (16 obras) · Clinical Psychology (15 obras)