Self-Perceptions of Aging in Lesbian and Gay Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Guest M Aaron, Giasson Hannah, Koffer Rachel
Primary Institution: Arizona State University
Hypothesis
The study aimed to identify psychosocial risk and resilience factors related to self-perceptions of aging among lesbian and gay adults.
Conclusion
Lesbian women reported better self-perceptions of aging than gay men, and more stressful experiences were linked to worse self-perceptions.
Supporting Evidence
- Lesbian women reported better self-perceptions of aging than gay men.
- Greater outness was associated with better self-perceptions of aging.
- More stressful experiences in daily life were associated with worse self-perceptions of aging.
Takeaway
This study looked at how older gay and lesbian people feel about getting older, finding that lesbian women feel better about aging than gay men.
Methodology
Participants completed questionnaires on health, perceptions of aging, community engagement, identity congruence, and stressful experiences.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 45 gay and 46 lesbian adults aged 55-87, with 70% identifying as white.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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