Transgender Individuals' Perceptions of Maternal Support in Central Appalachia

Aaron, Angela; Rostosky, Sharon S.

doi:10.1080/1550428x.2018.1431167

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“…Another study that examined the social support experiences of transgender adults between the ages of 19 and 64 living in central Appalachia found that 24% of the participants (4 transwomen, 2 transmen) received support from their pastors and some congregation members, and generally viewed a number of faith congregations in the region as supportive (Aaron, 2015). Further, one transwoman participant described her personal relationship with God as a significant source of support throughout her transition, with God providing supportive and encouraging messages such as, "everything's not going to be perfect .…”

Section: Rural Appalachiamentioning

confidence: 99%

Religious and spiritual journeys of LGBT older adults in rural Southern Appalachia

Dakin

Levy

Williams

2021

Journal of Religion, Spirituality & Aging

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This article reports on religious and spiritual experiences of 11 lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or trans*-identified (LGBT) older adults in rural southern Appalachia. Template analysis of interview data yielded themes including: harmful experiences with Christianity in childhood and adulthood, religion and spirituality as sources of support, current participation in supportive Christian churches, and personalized approaches to spirituality and religion. Despite prior harmful experiences in some cases, religion and spirituality now provided meaning, strength, and support for most of the participants. The article concludes with implications for theory, research, and professional practice for clergy, social workers and other helping professionals.

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Section: Rural Appalachiamentioning

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Religious and spiritual journeys of LGBT older adults in rural Southern Appalachia

Dakin

Levy

Williams

2021

Journal of Religion, Spirituality & Aging

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“…While research (Aaron, 2015;Butler, 2017;Comerford et al, 2004;Lee & Quam, 2013;Rowan et al, 2013) has begun to examine social networks and social support among LGBT older adults living in rural U.S. contexts, no research to date has examined these issues within the unique context of rural southern Appalachia. Thus, the purpose of this qualitative study was to extend this emerging area of research by exploring the perspectives of LGBT older adults on how they build their social networks and social support while living in rural southern Appalachia.…”

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confidence: 99%

Social Support and Social Networks among LGBT Older Adults in Rural Southern Appalachia

Dakin

Williams

MacNamara

2020

Journal of Gerontological Social Work

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While research has begun to examine social networks and social support among LGBT older adults living in rural contexts, no research to date has examined these issues within the unique context of rural southern Appalachia. Thus, the purpose of this qualitative study was to extend this emerging area of research by exploring the perspectives of LGBT older adults on their social networks and social support while living in rural southern Appalachia. In this study, 11 LGBT-identifying older adults were interviewed regarding their social networks and social support within the cultural context of rural Southern Appalachia. Participants generally described having rich informal social support networks that seemed to buffer and mitigate the deleterious effects of the wider culture of homophobia and transphobia. These networks, while varying from person to person, included families of choice (spouse / partner, close friends), neighbors, pets, biological family / families of origin, religious and spiritual communities, women's or men's social groups, and current or former coworkers. While six of the participants voiced that their support system was adequate for their needs, there were reports of mixed, tenuous, or insufficient support systems for five participants. After reviewing main findings, implications for research, practice, and policy are discussed.

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“…In rural areas, such as the US state of Nebraska, trans people tend to be less involved in peer groups and less supported by family or friends compared to other groups within the LGBTQ+ spectrum ( 18 ). Primary caregiver support is critical to the experience of social support because it can foster appreciative, respectful interactions within the family and environment, as revealed by in-depth interviews about maternal support with 25 trans adults (mean age 34.48) in Central Appalachia ( 27 ). MHPs, the authors recommend, should include the closest caregivers via counseling or psychoeducational workshops in rural areas to address the potential for stigma and stress within small and insular social networks ( 27 ).…”

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Barriers to Accessing Health Care in Rural Regions by Transgender, Non-Binary, and Gender Diverse People: A Case-Based Scoping Review

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Research shows an overrepresentation of trans people in vulnerable socioeconomic situations, primarily due to experiences of discrimination. At the same time, rural or suburban living areas often lack specialized trans-related health care, which a majority of trans people rely on to some extent. Taken together, the lack of both socioeconomic resources and access to trans-related health care can exacerbate health-related distress and impairment for trans people. We illustrate this problem using case vignettes of trans people from rural and suburban areas in (Northern) Germany. They are currently participating in an e-health intervention and randomized controlled trial (RCT) called i2TransHealth, whose case vignettes provided the impetus for the scoping review. The scoping review analyzes the impact of place of residence and its intersection with barriers to accessing trans-related health care. PubMed and Web of Science Data bases were searched for relevant studies using a search strategy related to trans people and remote, rural, or suburban residences. 33 studies were selected after full-text screening and supplemented via reference list checks and study team expertise by 12 articles addressing the living conditions of remotely living trans people and describing requirements for trans-related health care. The literature on trans people living remotely reveals intersections of trans mental health with age, race, gender expression, geographic location, community size, socioeconomic status, discrimination experiences, and attitudes towards health care providers. Several structural health care barriers are identified. The role of health care professionals (HCPs) for remotely living trans people is discussed. There is no need assuming that rural life for trans people is inevitably worse for health and well-being than urban life. Nevertheless, some clear barriers and health disparities exist for trans people in remote settings. Empowering trans groups and diversity-sensitive education of remote communities in private and institutional settings are needed for respectful inclusion of trans people. Facilitating access to trans-related health care, such as through video-based e-health programs with HCPs, can improve both the health and socioeconomic situation of trans people.

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Transgender Individuals' Perceptions of Maternal Support in Central Appalachia

Cited by 19 publications

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Religious and spiritual journeys of LGBT older adults in rural Southern Appalachia

Religious and spiritual journeys of LGBT older adults in rural Southern Appalachia

Social Support and Social Networks among LGBT Older Adults in Rural Southern Appalachia

Barriers to Accessing Health Care in Rural Regions by Transgender, Non-Binary, and Gender Diverse People: A Case-Based Scoping Review

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