APS
29th APS Annual Convention · 2017
The Rainbow after the Storm: Examining Correlates of Depression in Aging Lesbians and Gay Men
- Arrant Allison
University of North Texas - Kinsie Dunham
University of North Texas - Mark Vosvick
University of North Texas
Abstract
Examines developmental and socially relevant risk factors (i.e., loneliness) and protective factors (i.e., romantic relationship quality and peer support) relevant to depressive symptoms among aging lesbians and gay men. Results indicate peer support rather than support from a significant other may influence depressive symptoms in a gay sample.
Sexuality/Sexual Behavior
