Attitudes toward Death, Perceptions of Hospice Care and Needs for Hospice Care among the LGBT Population.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study explored the attitudes of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals toward death and their perceptions of hospice and palliative care, as well as their care needs. It also investigated their preferences for alternative decision-making and advance care planning options at the end of life.

Methods

A descriptive survey study was conducted with LGBT adults aged 18 and older. Participants were recruited through LGBT organizations and online communities, and data from 207 respondents were analyzed. Questionnaires were utilized to assess attitudes toward death, perceptions of hospice care, and care needs. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 20.0, employing the t-test, ANOVA, and Pearson correlation coefficients.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Kang SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11646823 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature