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

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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.

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

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

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Taylor & Francis

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