The Social Support Needs of Older Lesbians, Gay Men, and Bisexuals

Jacobs, Robin J.; Rasmussen, Lucinda A.; Hohman, Melinda

doi:10.1300/j041v09n01_01

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“…Another factor that must be considered is attitudes toward aging in the gay community and the associated covert and overt expressions of ageism that many older gay men experience (Cahill, South, & Spade, 2000;Genke, 2004;Jacobs, Rasmussen, & Hohman, 1999;Kooden, 1997;Murray & Adam, 2001). Although mainstream culture is youth oriented (Sadler, 2000), these values are heightened in the gay community.…”

Section: The Importance Of Social Connectednessmentioning

confidence: 99%

Correlates of Loneliness in Midlife and Older Gay and Bisexual Men

Jacobs

Kane

2012

Journal of Gay & Lesbian Social Services

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This study examined the correlates of psychosocial and behavioral factors on loneliness in midlife and older gay and bisexual men in South Florida. A community-based sample of 802 self-identified gay and bisexual men ages 40 to 94 years completed standardized measures of life orientation (optimism versus pessimism), internalized homonegativity, coping self-efficacy, and loneliness. Multivariate modeling successfully explained 45% of the variance in loneliness, which was significantly related to life orientation, coping self-efficacy, internalized homonegativity, and finding partners on the Internet (F = 96.140, df = 6, p < .001). The emphasis on skills building to increase coping self-efficacy and optimism and addressing the effects of internalized homonegativity may have lasting effects in reducing loneliness in older gay and bisexual men and thus improving their mental and physical well-being.

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Section: The Importance Of Social Connectednessmentioning

confidence: 99%

Correlates of Loneliness in Midlife and Older Gay and Bisexual Men

Jacobs

Kane

2012

Journal of Gay & Lesbian Social Services

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“…Interestingly, and in contrast, older lesbians are portrayed as highly educated, politically liberal, middle-class, professionally employed and unmarried or divorced (Jacobs et al 1999). We can speculate that these very different images of older lesbians and older gay men are influenced by the perceived lack of value of female sexuality and the threat of gay male sexuality.…”

Section: Older Lesbians and Gay Menmentioning

confidence: 91%

Assessing the cultural needs of older lesbians and gay men: Implications for practice

Pugh¹

2005

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This article maintains that older lesbians and gay men do have cultural differences from other older people and that these differences should be taken into account in the assessment process and in turn should influence service provision. The article will explore our current understanding of older lesbians and gay men by presenting the conflicting images and stereotypes that exist within the literature. The objective is to begin to identify the expressions of lesbian and gay culture and how this is influenced by both history and ageing as expressed by the lives of older lesbians and gay men. From this position, the paper will then explore the practice implications of recognising cultural differences in responding to the needs of older lesbians and gay men and providing services that truly reflect their individual circumstances.

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“…Although this may help insulate lesbians from discrimination, it can simultaneously isolate them from the larger community and traditional service networks, which can be particularly troublesome for those living in rural communities. Further, Jacobs, Rasmussen, and Hohman (1999) found that older LBGT adults identified gay and lesbian community services as significantly more effective in meeting their needs during times of emotional crises than mainstream services. Jacobs et al (1999) noted,…”

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“…Further, Jacobs, Rasmussen, and Hohman (1999) found that older LBGT adults identified gay and lesbian community services as significantly more effective in meeting their needs during times of emotional crises than mainstream services. Jacobs et al (1999) noted,…”

Section: Marginalization By Service Organizationsmentioning

confidence: 98%

Older LGBT Adult Training Panels: An Opportunity to Educate About Issues Faced by the Older LGBT Community

Rogers

Rebbe²,

Gardella

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Journal of Gerontological Social Work

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Older lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) adults face unique issues that can impede their well-being. Although many advances have helped address these issues, there is a need for education efforts that raise awareness of service providers about these issues. This study explores evaluation data of training panels provided by older LGBT adults and the views of training participants on issues faced by the older LGBT community after attending the panels. Participants were 605 students and professionals from over 34 education and communication settings. Implications for trainings on participants and older LGBT trainers are discussed.

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The Social Support Needs of Older Lesbians, Gay Men, and Bisexuals

Cited by 47 publications

References 34 publications

Correlates of Loneliness in Midlife and Older Gay and Bisexual Men

Correlates of Loneliness in Midlife and Older Gay and Bisexual Men

Assessing the cultural needs of older lesbians and gay men: Implications for practice

Older LGBT Adult Training Panels: An Opportunity to Educate About Issues Faced by the Older LGBT Community

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