Disparities in Health and Disability Among Older Adults in Same-Sex Cohabiting Relationships

Gonzales, Gilbert; Henning‐Smith, Carrie

doi:10.1177/0898264314551332

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“…Social relationships and social networks were assessed for their presence, size, and impact. One study found that same-sex relationships may be uniquely protective, as same-sex couples reported fewer chronic conditions and were less likely to report poor health than heterosexual couples [21]. Being partnered, having greater social support, and having larger social networks were associated with positive quality of life [59, 81], lower rates of disability, and fewer symptoms of depression [63].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Three studies also used participant observation in addition to interviews [16-18]. A majority of the studies relied on community-based samples (85.1%), with 4.5% utilizing population-based representative data ( n = 3) [19-21]. Most of the studies incorporated multiple types of recruitment, most commonly outreach via health, social, and other community-based service organizations or businesses (54.8%), snowball sampling (27.4%), internet/social media (23.3%), and flyers and publications such as newsletters and newspapers (20.5%).…”

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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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Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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

2019

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“…Informal supports (i.e., caregiving) have significant importance for older LGBT adults since many have no children or, in some cases, limited family (due to estrangement) to rely on for help. However, older LGBT adults tend to avoid formal supports (e.g., nursing homes) since they are reputed for being discriminatory or misunderstand this group's needs (Gonzales & Henning-Smith, 2014). Thirty-four percent of LGBT caregivers provide care to a partner/spouse compared to 32% in the heterosexual community (American Society on Aging & MetLife, 2010).…”

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confidence: 97%

“…LGBT caregiving As evidenced by the AIDS pandemic, the LGBT community has demonstrated great resiliency and a heightened capacity to care for each other (Gonzales & Henning-Smith, 2014). Informal supports (i.e., caregiving) have significant importance for older LGBT adults since many have no children or, in some cases, limited family (due to estrangement) to rely on for help.…”

Section: General Caregiving Challengesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Psychological Trauma and LGBT Caregivers: A Conceptual Framework to Guide Practice

Glaesser

Patel

2016

Journal of Evidence-Informed Social Work

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LGBT adults face unique risk factors such as social isolation, discrimination, and victimization, and occasionally th ey engage in detrimental behaviors like high alcohol and drug use and risky sexual activity that negatively impacts psychological/physical health. These risks can affect their overall health and stress the relationship with an older caregiver/recipient-partner following exposure to acute medical event. The experience of an acute medical event among a LGBT caregiving partner can result in psychological trauma. In this article the authors present a conceptual framework involving stress process theory, life course theory, and family systems perspective to understand the effect of stressors on LGBT caregiving partners. Implications for social work practice include assessing, coordinating care, counseling and negotiating services at micro level, engaging family-centered approaches to support positive transition to caregiving role at mezzo level, and advocating for policy and cultural shifts to supports and diminish stigma of this group.

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“…Quando comparados aos heterossexuais, é mais frequente encontrar LGB sem filhos e gays e bissexuais masculinos vivendo sozinhos. 5,23,24 Contrastando com esses dados, um estudo brasileiro comparou 40 heterossexuais e 40 homossexuais, com média de idade de 58 anos, e não encontrou diferença em relação ao contato familiar entre os dois grupos, rejeitando o estereótipo de que homossexuais mais velhos seriam solitários e socialmente isolados. Nesse estudo, identificar-se como homossexual era um critério necessário à participação.…”

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Lésbicas, gays e bissexuais idosos no contexto do envelhecimento

Corrêa-Ribeiro¹,

Abdo²,

Camargos³

2016

Geriatr., Gerontol. Aging

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a RESUMOO processo de envelhecimento crescente no Brasil e no mundo é acompanhado também por uma maior diversificação sexual. Existem poucos estudos que avaliam as condições de saúde e as especificidades do envelhecimento da população de idosos composta por lésbicas, gays e bissexuais (LGB). Limitações acerca de terminologias e métodos de investigação não apropriados aplicados nos estudos fazem com que dados epidemiológicos sobre essa população sejam imprecisos. Este artigo teve como objetivos: abordar a temática sobre idosos LGB, focando os aspectos relacionados a cuidados de saúde dessa população; descrever aspectos demográficos e limitações acerca dos estudos epidemiológicos; abordar as especificidades do atendimento médico a pessoas LGB idosas e o papel dos profissionais geriatras e gerontólogos nesse contexto. PALAVRAS-CHAVE: homossexualidade; bissexualidade; envelhecimento; idoso. ABSTRACTThe quick aging process in Brazil and the world is also followed by greater sexual diversity. There are few studies regarding health conditions and aging among lesbian, gay, and bisexual older adults (LGB). Limitations about terminology and methods applied in LGB studies render data dimness. The aims of manuscript are: to comment the health care needs of LGB older adults; to describe the demographics and limitations of epidemiological studies; to address particular medical care of the older LGB people; to comment about the role of geriatricians and gerontologists professionals in this context.

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Disparities in Health and Disability Among Older Adults in Same-Sex Cohabiting Relationships

Cited by 53 publications

References 36 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

Psychological Trauma and LGBT Caregivers: A Conceptual Framework to Guide Practice

Lésbicas, gays e bissexuais idosos no contexto do envelhecimento

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