Sexual Orientation and Gender Differences in Aging Perceptions and Concerns Among Older Adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Ageism (negative attitudes and behavior toward older adults) is a serious social issue and is of growing concern as the population of older adults continues to increase. Research demonstrates that negative aging perceptions and aging concerns are associated with poor health and well-being among older adults; yet, few studies have examined sexual orientation or gender differences in aging perceptions and concerns among older adults.

Research design and methods

The current online study examined aging perceptions and concerns among a national community sample of 821 (female = 464) participants (76 lesbian, 159 gay, 88 bisexual, 498 heterosexual participants) ranging from 45 to 80 years of age (M = 55.56).

Results and discussion

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SUBMITTER: Lytle A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6295001 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature