There has been an increasing awareness of the discrimination faced by members of the LGBTQ+ community who are also elderly individuals. This intersection of identities can result in a unique set of...
The intersection between ageism and homophobia/transphobia has been widely studied in the context of younger generations, but there is still a need for research on how these phenomena affect older...
Elderly people face discrimination for their age while members of the LGBTQ community experience prejudice based on their sexual orientation and gender identity. Ageism and homophobia are related...
Elderly LGBTQ individuals experience increased social marginalization and invisibility due to several factors that can include ageist attitudes towards homosexuality and transgender identity, limited...
Loneliness is a growing problem among older adults, particularly those who identify as LGBTQ+. Ageism, discrimination, and historical trauma can contribute to feelings of isolation and exclusion that...
Ageism, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, LGBTQ Elders
LGBTQ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer, which are terms used to describe non-heterosexual individuals who...
Social Factors
There are many social factors that contribute to the invisibility of elderly LGBTQ populations. One major factor is discrimination and prejudice against older adults in general....
Elderly members of the LGBTQ community face significant challenges that are not experienced by their heterosexual counterparts. They often find themselves isolated, invisible, and undervalued due to...
LGBTQ individuals experience discrimination based on their identity, which can create additional challenges for aging members of this community.
Queer people may face difficulties finding suitable...
What are the unique challenges faced by elderly LGBT individuals in terms of social isolation, healthcare access, and recognition of their lived experiences, and how can societies better accommodate...