USING CREATIVE NARRATIVES AND VISIONS OF LATER LIFE TO QUEER GERONTOLOGICAL SCHOLARSHIP
2024
Queering Gerontology: New Visions of Aging
Sample size: 53
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Author Information
Author(s): Jen Sarah
Primary Institution: University of Kansas
Hypothesis
How can queer narratives and experiences reshape our understanding of aging?
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of queer narratives in enhancing visibility and reimagining aging experiences.
Supporting Evidence
- The study draws from life reviews and creative narratives to explore aging.
- Queer narratives can challenge normative views of aging.
- The findings suggest new ways to think about later life for all populations.
Takeaway
This study shows that stories from LGBTQ people can help us think differently about getting older.
Methodology
Secondary qualitative data analysis of two existing datasets.
Participant Demographics
Older bisexual-identified women and queer and trans individuals.
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