Age Differences in LGBT Attitudes Toward Marriage Equality

Age Differences in LGBT Attitudes Toward Marriage Equality

The purpose of this study was to compare attitudes of older versus younger lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals regarding marriage equality. Data were collected via self-report questionnaires from 350 LGBT adults in a mid-size city in the southern United States. Older and young...

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Veröffentlicht in:Advances in social work 2014-10, Vol.15 (2), p.428-443
Hauptverfasser: Maccio, Elaine M., DeRosa, Sara Mateer, Wilks, Scott E., Wright, Amy L.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Age Groups
Attitudes
Consciousness
Elderly
Equality
LGBT, marriage equality, older adults, same-sex marriage, voting behavior
Marriage
Political Factors
Political Parties
Sex Role Identity
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Zusammenfassung:The purpose of this study was to compare attitudes of older versus younger lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals regarding marriage equality. Data were collected via self-report questionnaires from 350 LGBT adults in a mid-size city in the southern United States. Older and younger LGBT cohorts did not differ significantly in voter registration, political party affiliation, awareness of LGBT political issues, or voting on social issues. Older LGBT adults were less likely to find same-sex marriage important. Yet, age cohorts did not differ significantly on legalizing same-sex marriage. Social work implications are discussed regarding this policy area.
ISSN:1527-8565
2331-4125
DOI:10.18060/17162