Psychological distress in older portuguese gay and bisexual men: The mediating role of LGBT Community Connectedness

Gonçalves, José Alberto Ribeiro; Costa, Pedro Alexandre; Leal, Isabel Maria Pereira

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Gonçalves, José Alberto Ribeiro

Costa, Pedro Alexandre

Leal, Isabel Maria Pereira

Abstract(s)

Objectives: Examining Psychological Distress (PD) among older Portuguese gay and bisexual men (GBM), and the mediator role of LGBT community connectedness (LGBTCC) of minority stress variables on PD. Methods: We performed a mediation analysis with LGBTCC as mediator between minority stress variables and PD with a sample of 110 elderly GBM. Results: We found moderate PD levels; LGBTCC was a significant mediator between concealment of sexual orientation and PD, but not between internalized stigma and expectations of rejection and PD. Conclusions: More attention is needed to Older Portuguese GBM’s mental health. LGBTCC is an important ameliorating factor for older GBM.

Keywords

Mental health Sexual minority Social support Stigma Elderly sexuality Gay men Bisexuality

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http://hdl.handle.net/10400.12/7511

Citation

International Journal of Sexual Health, 31(4), 407-413 Doi:10.1080/19317611.2019.1670315

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Taylor & Francis

DOI

10.1080/19317611.2019.1670315

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