Discrimination, prejudice, or bias against non-heterosexual individuals, including assumptions that heterosexuality is normal or superior, affecting mental health and social functioning.
Example: Workplace policies or social environments that assume all employees are heterosexual, leading to stress and concealment among LGBTQ+ individuals.
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