Comparing Supports for LGBT Aging in Rural Versus Urban Areas

Lee, Michael G.; Quam, Jean K.

doi:10.1080/01634372.2012.747580

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“…Differences in disclosure rates were associated with multiple factors. Lower rates of disclosure were reported by older adults [59], those with smaller social networks [46], and those living in rural areas [83]. Lower disclosure rates were also associated with higher levels of depression and anxiety [64].…”

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Iridescent Life Course: LGBTQ Aging Research and Blueprint for the Future – A Systematic Review

2019

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Background: LGBTQ* (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer) older adults are demographically diverse and growing populations. In an earlier 25-year review of the literature on sexual orientation and aging, we identified four waves of research that addressed dispelling negative stereotypes, psychosocial adjustment to aging, identity development, and social and community-based support in the lives of LGBTQ older adults. Objectives: The current review was designed to develop an evidence base for the field of LGBTQ aging as well as to assess the strengths and limitations of the existing research and to articulate a blueprint for future research. Methods: Using a life course framework, we applied a systematic narrative analysis of research on LGBTQ aging. The review included 66 empirical peer-reviewed journal articles (2009–2016) focusing on LGBTQ adults aged 50 years and older, as well as age-based comparisons (50 years and older with those younger). Results: A recent wave of research on the health and well-being of LGBTQ older adults was identified. Since the prior review, the field has grown rapidly. Several findings were salient, including the increased application of theory (with critical theories most often used) and more varied research designs and methods. While existing life course theory provided a structure for the investigation of the social dimensions of LGBTQ aging, it was limited in its attention to intersectionality and the psychological, behavioral, and biological work emerging in the field. There were few studies addressing the oldest in these communities, bisexuals, gender non-binary older adults, intersex, older adults of color, and those living in poverty. Conclusions: The Iridescent Life Course framework highlights the interplay of light and environment, creating dynamic and fluid colors as perceived from different angles and perspectives over time. Such an approach incorporates both queering and trans-forming the life course, capturing intersectionality, fluidity over time, and the psychological, behavioral, and biological as well as social dimensions of LGBTQ aging. Work is needed that investigates trauma, differing configurations of risks and resources over the life course, inequities and opportunities in representation and capital as LGBTQ adults age, and greater attention to subgroups that remain largely invisible in existing research. More depth than breadth is imperative for the field, and multilevel, longitudinal, and global initiatives are needed.

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Iridescent Life Course: LGBTQ Aging Research and Blueprint for the Future – A Systematic Review

2019

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“…There is a growing social work literature on the experiences of older LGBT people (Hughes, 2009a;Hughes 2009b;Jenkins, Walker, Cohen, & Curry, 2010;Lee & Quam, 2013;McGovern, 2014;Quam, Whitford, Dziengel, & Knochel, 2010;Rowan & Giunta, 2014;Van Sluytman & Torres, 2014;Ward, Rivers, & Sutherland, 2012) as well as literature aimed at enabling social work practitioners to work more holistically with older LGBT service users (Erdley, Anklam, & Reardon, 2014;Fredriksen-Goldsen, Hoy-Ellis, Goldsen, Emlet, & Hooyman, 2014;Gratwick, Jihanian, Holloway, Sanchez, & Sullivan, 2014;Portz et al, 2014;Stonewall, 2012;Westwood, King, Almack, & Suen, 2015). However both bodies of literature are predominantly based on the experiences of older gay men and, to a lesser extent, older lesbians, meaning that little can be deduced about the distinctive experiences of transgender and bisexual people (Barker et al, 2012).…”

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Older bisexual people: Implications for social work from the ‘Looking Both Ways’ study

Jones

Almack

Scicluna³

2018

Journal of Gerontological Social Work

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AcknowledgementsThe authors would like to thank all the participants in the research for so generously sharing their experiences. They would also like to thank the two anonymous peer reviewers. AbstractThere is a growing social work literature about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) older people. However, research and guidance are predominantly based on the experiences of older gay men and, to a lesser extent, older lesbians. There is little to help practitioners work with older bisexual people. The Looking Both Ways study aimed to contribute to this gap in knowledge. We undertook in-depth purposely-sampled qualitative interviews with 12 people aged over 50, all of whom have bisexual relationship histories and half of whom also currently identify as bisexual. There were three main findings. Firstly, biphobia (prejudice against bisexual people) impacts on older people with bisexual histories in ways that may affect their wellbeing in later life. Secondly, concerns around receiving care are similar in some ways and different in others from the concerns of lesbians and gay men.Thirdly, people with bisexual relationship histories may have developed strong support networks and resilience, factors that may be very beneficial in later life. Three recommendations for social work professionals were identified: 1) understand biphobia, 2) recognise the legitimacy of concerns about receiving care, and 3) ask about support networks rather than assuming family support.

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“…Since we are not familiar of any other study that differentiates these two populations, it is difficult to accurately interpret these results. One possible reason could be the difference of social support for young gay men in rural areas compared to urban areas, where many gay men in the former being "guarded" about their sexual orientation identity [11]. CSA may be discussed less in non-urban settings due to the conservative nature of the communities and stigma of sexual minority status in rural areas [36] [37].…”

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“…Limiting our understanding of MSSIPV in non-urban populations is the unfortunate function that studies done in rural areas tend to have small sample sizes, often with less than 50 participants, because recruitment of gay men is a challenge in these areas [11]. Technologies are now available to enlarge sample size through internet and digital sampling [18].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…While large numbers of young gay men approach urban areas for acceptance, social support, and vital services, many also remain in non-urban (suburban and rural) areas, in which there is limited information or services for MSSIPV abuse [11]. Living in non-urban areas can leave gay men in physical isolation, without the vital social support of a large LGBT community [12].…”

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confidence: 99%

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Syndemic Theory and Male Same Sex Intimate Partner Violence: An Urban/Non-Urban Comparison

Pimentel¹,

Cheng²,

Kelly³

2015

OALib

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Background: The majority of research with gay men has been conducted in urban populations, with minimal work on partner violence in non-urban (suburban and rural) settings. Syndemic theory, the concept that negative health outcomes are increased with the addition of each new deleterious health variable, has been used to understand partner violence. The aim of the study was to determine differences in prevalence and associated factors of male same-sex intimate partner violence (MSSIPV) among gay men residing in urban versus non-urban settings. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with gay men in the state of California. Variables were identified from syndemic theory and included exposure to intimate partner violence, depression, sexual compulsivity, poly-drug use, and childhood sexual abuse. Results: Demographic differences were evident between urban and non-urban dwelling gay men. Rates of lifetime victimization and perpetration of MSSIPV between urban and non-urban gay men were not significant. In regard to syndemic variables, only childhood sexual abuse (CSA) showed any significant differences between the two populations. Being a victim of CSA increased the odds of being a lifetime victim of MSSIPV by a factor of five for non-urban participants and increased the odds of being a victim by a factor of three for all subjects. Moreover, being a victim of CSA increased the odds of being a lifetime perpetrator of MSSIPV by a factor of three for non-urban participants. Conclusion: This appears to be the first of its kind study differentiating between urban and non-urban MSM. More research is needed to verify our findings of demographic and syndemic differences between these two populations in order to fully understand and address the needs of all members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community.

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Comparing Supports for LGBT Aging in Rural Versus Urban Areas

Cited by 66 publications

References 15 publications

Iridescent Life Course: LGBTQ Aging Research and Blueprint for the Future – A Systematic Review

Iridescent Life Course: LGBTQ Aging Research and Blueprint for the Future – A Systematic Review

Older bisexual people: Implications for social work from the ‘Looking Both Ways’ study

Syndemic Theory and Male Same Sex Intimate Partner Violence: An Urban/Non-Urban Comparison

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