The Power of Creativity and Community: How Drag Performers Harness Psychological Resilience
A study published in Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity explores the mental health challenges faced by drag performers and the factors that contribute to their psychological resilience. While depression rates among drag performers are higher than the general population, the study highlights the importance of social support and creativity in promoting resilience. The research reveals that drag performers with higher levels of social support and creative achievement experience lower levels of depression. Additionally, the study suggests that building psychological resilience could be crucial for improving mental health in this community. However, the study's findings are limited to a single point in time, and further research is needed to establish causal connections and explore the broader impact of drag performance.