{"title":"A Child Wanted by Two, Conceived by Several: Lesbian-Parent Families Negotiating Procreation with a Known Donor","authors":"Isabelle Côté, Kévin Lavoie","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2018.1459216","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2018.1459216","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT This article presents procreation agreement negotiations and the role played by men taking part as known donors in the parental project of lesbian mothers in the province of Quebec, Canada. Thirty-six individuals were interviewed: 10 female couples, 11 donors, and 5 of the donors’ life partners. The results show that the donors’ contribution takes place within a deliberative process during which the adults involved discuss 5 elements, namely (a) the procreation method selected, (b) the issue of future donations, (c) the forms of address and the role of the donor in the life of the children issuing from his donations, (d) the possible involvement of the donor's loved ones in the life of the lesbian-parent family, and (e) responses to various scenarios that might arise in the future. The negotiation also addresses concerns that those involved might have regarding the children's needs, resulting in a complex web of interpersonal relationships. Our findings show that dialogue is the key unifying factor, ensuring that everyone is in agreement and that the donor's role with respect to the child is in line with the expectations of everyone involved.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"15 1","pages":"165 - 185"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2018.1459216","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47580376","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Adeline Wyman Battalen, R. Farr, D. Brodzinsky, R. McRoy
{"title":"Socializing Children About Family Structure: Perspectives of Lesbian and Gay Adoptive Parents","authors":"Adeline Wyman Battalen, R. Farr, D. Brodzinsky, R. McRoy","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2018.1465875","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2018.1465875","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Despite increasing numbers of lesbian- and gay- (LG-) parent families, little research on LG-adoptive-parent families has examined parental beliefs and perceptions related to discussing their sexual minority status with their children. This study assessed 266 LG adoptive parents (160 lesbian mothers, 106 gay fathers) from the Modern Adoptive Families (MAF) study, a nationwide survey (2012–2013) of adoptive parents' pre- and post-placement experiences. A cultural socialization lens provided the framework for examining LG parenting beliefs and practices. Two measurement scales were developed to examine parents' perceptions and self-efficacy related to socializing their child about being in a sexual-minority-parent family. Results indicate that LG parents endorse the importance of unique socialization practices and generally feel confident engaging in these practices. Parent education, transracial adoption, endorsement of racial socialization, and socialization self-efficacy were positively associated with endorsement of socialization practices. Excellent reliability suggests the 2 scales have the potential of being psychometrically sound instruments with which to measure parental endorsement and related self-efficacy of socialization practices for families headed by sexual minority parents. Findings contribute to a deeper understanding of socialization and communication patterns in LG-headed families, especially those formed through adoption. Research, policy, and practice implications are discussed.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"15 1","pages":"235 - 255"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-05-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2018.1465875","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48179077","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"2016 U.S. Presidential Election and the LGBTQ Community: Introduction to the Special Issue","authors":"Pamela J. Lannutti, M. P. Galupo","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420857","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420857","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"1 - 1"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-03-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420857","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44842101","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sav Schlauderaff, Kaelyn Davis, D. Naime, E. Rothblum
{"title":"Can I Tell You About Gender Diversity? A Guide for Friends, Family and Professionals,","authors":"Sav Schlauderaff, Kaelyn Davis, D. Naime, E. Rothblum","doi":"10.1080/1550428x.2018.1426489","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428x.2018.1426489","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"260 - 261"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-03-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428x.2018.1426489","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46852445","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kirsten A. Gonzalez, Lex Pulice-Farrow, M. P. Galupo
{"title":"“My aunt unfriended me:” Narratives of GLBTQ Family Relationships Post 2016 Presidential Election","authors":"Kirsten A. Gonzalez, Lex Pulice-Farrow, M. P. Galupo","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420845","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420845","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT This study focuses on the impact of the 2016 US presidential election on gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer (GLBTQ) peoples' relationships with their family-of-origin. Although family relationships play an important role for all people, GLBTQ individuals' relationships with their families are particularly important during times of sociopolitical change, and when GLBTQ rights are being threatened. Specifically, the election of Donald J. Trump mandates a direct need to more thoroughly explore how the 2016 US presidential election has impacted GLBTQ individuals' relationships with their families. Participants included 274 individuals who identified as a part of the GLBTQ community, and completed an online survey in which they discussed the impact that the 2016 US presidential election had on their family-of-origin. Thematic analysis revealed three relationship-salient themes: (a) family divisions, (b) family cohesions, and (c) no change. Discussion of the results focuses on the critical role played by GLBTQ peoples' families during times when GLBTQ prejudice is politicized.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"61 - 84"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-02-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420845","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47257097","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kirsten A. Gonzalez, Johanna L. Ramirez, M. P. Galupo
{"title":"Increase in GLBTQ Minority Stress Following the 2016 US Presidential Election","authors":"Kirsten A. Gonzalez, Johanna L. Ramirez, M. P. Galupo","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420849","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420849","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Since his inauguration, Donald J. Trump and his presidential administration have failed to show support or publicly acknowledge the rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer (GLBTQ) individuals. Historically, conservative anti-GLBTQ campaigns and policies have caused long-lasting negative effects on GLBTQ individuals' mental health, physical health, and sense of safety in their communities. The current presidential administration has done little to mitigate these effects and has taken steps since Trump's inauguration to continue a conservative pattern of anti-GLBTQ initiatives. This study assessed 172 GLBTQ individuals' perceptions of minority stress experiences before and after the 2016 US presidential election. Paired-sample t-tests indicated that participants experienced significantly higher levels of stress pertaining to sexual orientation rumination, daily experiences of harassment/discrimination, more symptoms of depression and anxiety post-election, as well as a stronger connection to the GLBTQ community. An exploratory regression analysis confirmed that sexual-orientation-based rumination, sexual identity salience, and daily experiences of distal discrimination were adequate predictors of sexual minorities' levels of vigilance post-election. Discussion focuses on the impact of the Trump administration on minority stress experiences and the well-being of GLBTQ Americans. Implications of this study point to the need to continue to explore how to best support and bolster GLBTQ well-being during anti-GLBTQ political administrations.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"130 - 151"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-02-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420849","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45316959","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The 2016 Presidential Election Outcome: Fears, Tension, and Resiliency of GLBTQ Communities","authors":"Chris Brown, Chad J. Keller","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420847","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420847","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The outcome of the 2016 US presidential election has raised concerns in the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer (GLBTQ) communities nationwide. Utilizing an online survey, we queried GLBTQ individuals about the election outcome and specifically their reactions and experiences from Donald Trump's presidential victory and their interactions with family members who casted a vote different from themselves. Findings revealed that the majority of participants (82%) voted for Democratic presidential nominee, Hillary Clinton. Participants reported that the 2016 election results were stressful and in some cases created interpersonal tension between family, friends, and coworkers. They feared that recent gains like marriage equality and healthcare access would be compromised. Despite these stressors and fears, participants also shared what has allowed them to cope and maintain hope following the election. Implications for mental health professionals offering support to GLBTQ individuals as they face the uncertainty of President Trump's agenda are discussed.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"101 - 129"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-02-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420847","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49153459","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Families as Transformative Allies to Trans Youth of Color: Positioning Intersectionality as Analysis to Demarginalize Political Systems of Oppression","authors":"C. Chan","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2017.1421336","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1421336","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The sociopolitical context surrounding the 2016 United States presidential election and the subsequent entrenchment of a Trump presidential administration have engendered radical changes within the social, political, and cultural protections and ramifications for transgender communities. More compounded by the linkages across multiple dimensions of social identity, trans youth of color uniquely navigate communities, resources, and contexts resulting in the complexities of oppression and resilience. Considering developmental stages of youth in association with cultural implications and resources, families as individuals and groups operate as substantial forms of allyship and solidarity. Pervasive issues relating to harassment, discrimination, incivility, and violence have historically marred the lives of trans youth of color. This article (a) illustrates the multitude of issues facing trans youth of color resulting from the 2016 election; (b) integrates families with ally development; (c) explicates the utility of approaches grounded in intersectionality theory; (d) applies salient arguments to a case example; and (e) discusses implications for research, practice, and policy.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"43 - 60"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-02-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1421336","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46407018","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"GLBTQ People Who Decided to Marry After the 2016 U.S. Election: Reasons for and Meanings of Marriage","authors":"Pamela J. Lannutti","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420846","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420846","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The goal of this study is to better understand the experiences of GLBTQ people who decided to marry, at least in part, because of the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Participants (N = 158) responded to an online survey and described their reasons for marrying and the meanings that they associate with their marriage within the context of the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Participants described 4 motivations to marry (personal, fearful, political, and hopeful) and 4 related meanings of their marriages (personal, material, political, and empowerment). Participants also perceived that their marriages had meaning as a rallying point to their social network members and as a threat to generalized heterosexual others. Results indicate that the 2016 election should be understood as part of the evolving socio-cultural context of marriage equality.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"100 - 85"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-02-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1420846","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49275429","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Who Voted for Hillary Clinton? Sexual Identities, Gender, and Family Influences","authors":"E. Swank","doi":"10.1080/1550428X.2017.1421335","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1421335","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Sexual identities can influence political attitudes and actions. During political elections, gay men, lesbians, and bisexual individuals (GLB) have historically aligned with Democratic candidates. In the recent presidential election of 2016, this pattern persisted, as the vast majority of GLBs voted with the Democratic candidate for president in the 2016 elections (Hillary Clinton). This study tries to explain why lesbians and gay men overwhelmingly voted for candidate Clinton through Patrick Egan's (2012) theory of political distinctiveness. In using data the American National Election Survey of 2016 (N = 2,691), this analysis determines if the tendency of sexual minorities to vote Democratic was due to three sets of variables: (a) selection, or the characteristics associated with GLB identities are also associated with political liberalism; (b) embeddedness, or increased involvement in the LGB community leads to greater liberalism; and (c) conversion, or public disclosures of LGB identities causes major changes in political outlooks and actions. Special attention is also give to the intersectional concerns of gendered heterosexism, given that voting for Hillary Clinton was the highest among lesbian women and lowest among heterosexual men.","PeriodicalId":46967,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF GLBT FAMILY STUDIES","volume":"14 1","pages":"21 - 42"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2018-02-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/1550428X.2017.1421335","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47219230","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}