Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgender Aging
Challenges in Research, Practice, and Policy
Tarynn M. Witten; A. Evan Eyler
The editors first provide an introductory overview comparing caregiving in GLBT and normative aging communities. In chapters devoted to the issues of each alternative sexuality and gender identity community, top experts in the field discuss biomedical, psychological, social/sexual, spiritual, socioeconomic, and service topics related to that community’s aging needs.
GLBT populations face unique challenges as they age. Despite the often severe difficulties they encounter, many live out their final years with the dignity and grace that all of us deserve. With a combination of the latest biological and social science research, moving case studies and first-person accounts, practical advice for health professionals, and research literature citations, this book represents a major step forward in addressing concerns of aging GLBT populations.
Integrating research, practice, and policy, this text is for students and professionals in gerontology, medicine, social work, psychology, nursing, public health, and related fields who wish to learn more about the life experiences and concerns of sexual- and gender-minority-identified older patients.
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| ISBN | 9781421403199 |
| Genre | Health; LGBT Studies/Social Sciences |
| Copyright Date | 2012 |
| Publication Date | 2012 |
| Publisher | Johns Hopkins University Press |
| Editor | Tarynn M. Witten; A. Evan Eyler |
| Format | Hardcover |
| No. of Pages | 338 |
| Language | English |
| Rating | NotRated |
| Editor | Tarynn M. Witten; A. Evan Eyler |
| Paper Type | Electronic Format Available |
| Subject | Aging; Bisexuality; Health Services For The Aged; Homosexuality; Older Gays – Care; Older People – Abuse Of; Older Sexual Minorities – Care; Preventive Health Services For Older People; Social Stigma |
| BookID | 4644 |
