Abstract
Results from a study of lesbian women and gay men in the Midwest over the age of 50, who indicate high levels of involvement in the gay community, provide a picture of the aging process of these adults that builds on previous research efforts. Respondents reported acceptance of the aging process, and high levels of life satisfaction, despite predictable problems associated with aging and sexual orientation. Being active in the gay community was an asset to accepting one’s own aging.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 367-374 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Gerontologist |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jun 1992 |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- Homosexuality and aging
- Social support