Books & Publications

Here you’ll find Dr. Salerno’s published works, where science and personal growth come together. His research explores pathways to mental health, resilience, and wellbeing, with a focus on uplifting communities too often overlooked. Each piece reflects his belief that science should empower communities, inspire healing, and spark meaningful change.

Featured Book → Coming Soon

A powerful blend of science and personal growth wisdom, this forthcoming book by Dr. Salerno offers an accessible, inspiring, and transformative framework for overcoming mental health struggles and living with greater purpose, balance, and fulfillment.

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Selected Publications

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Advancing Mental Health Equity Among Latinx Youth & Other Communities of Color

Research focused on mental health among Latinx youth communities and other people of color—centered on risk and resilience factors for mental wellbeing.

Salerno et al. (2025). Forced immigration-related family separation and adverse childhood experiences: effects on mental health among Latinx immigrant youth. Psychiatry Research. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2024). Mental Health Risk and Protection Among First-Generation Latinx Immigrant Youth: A Latent Profile Analysis. Health Education & Behavior. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2024). Effects of Racist Microaggressions and Sexual and Gender Minority Stress on Mental Health Among Latinx LGBTQ+ Young Adults. Health Education & Behavior. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2023). Profiles of Psychosocial Stressors and Buffers Among Latinx Immigrant Youth: Associations with Suicidal Ideation. Psychiatry Research. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2023). Impact of Racist Microaggressions and LGBTQ-Related Minority Stressors: Effects on Psychological Distress Among LGBTQ+ Young People of Color. Preventing Chronic Disease. Read Here →

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Stress & Resilience Among LGBTQ+ Youth: Impact on Mental Wellbeing

Research scholarship on minority stress and other risk factors, social determinants, and mental health among LGBTQ+ youth more broadly.

Colleagues & Salerno (2024). Mental Health Impact of Sexually Minoritized & Gender Expansive Stressors Among LGBTQ+ Young Adults: A Latent Class Analysis. Epidemiology & Psychiatric Sciences. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2022). Impact of Family Rejection and Racism on Sexual and Gender Minority Stress Among LGBTQ Young People of Color During COVID-19. Psychological Trauma. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2022). LGBTQ Identity-Related Victimization During COVID-19 is Associated with Moderate to Severe Psychological Distress Among Young Adults. LGBT Health. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2021). Changes in Mental Health & Wellbeing Are Associated with Parental Living Arrangements During COVID-19 Among Sexual Minority Young Persons. Psych. of Sexual Orie. & Gender Div. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2021). Changes in Alcohol Use Since the Onset of COVID-19 Are Associated With Psychological Distress Among U.S. Sexual & Gender Minority University Students. Drug & Alcohol Depend. Read Here →

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Expert Commentary and Review on Mental Health Prevention For Youth & LGBTQ+ Communities

Broader work on prevention and pathways that support youth mental health and wellbeing.

Salerno et al. (2020). Sexual and Gender Minority Stress Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic: Implications for LGBTQ Young Persons’ Mental Health and Well-Being. Public Health Reports. Read Here →
Salerno et al. (2020). LGBTQ Populations: Psychologically Vulnerable Communities in the COVID-19 Pandemic. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, & Policy. Read Here →
Salerno (2016). Effectiveness of Universal School-Based Mental Health Awareness Programs Among Youth in the United States: A Systematic Review. Journal of School Health. Read Here →

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