1.3. Does Ethnic Identity Buffer or Exacerbate the Impact of RSD? There are two key benefits of examining ethnic identity as a moderator between RSD and health. First, the theoretical and empirical literature has indicated that not all characteristics of ethnic identity are uniformly protective-and in some instances, certain aspects of ethnic identity may actually… Continue reading 1.3. Does Ethnic Identity Buffer or Exacerbate the Impact of RSD?