Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Aging : Research and Clinical Perspectives

This much-needed book brings together cutting-edge research, practical information, and innovative thinking regarding the characteristics and processes of aging among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.

Written by leading experts in the field, the book covers a range of subjects and provides a comprehensive knowledge base for practitioners, students, and researchers.

Topics discussed include sexuality, relationships, legal issues, retirement planning, physical and mental health, substance abuse, community needs, gay and lesbian grandparents, and an agency dedicated to delivering services to the senior LGBT population.

The authors also pay close attention to ethnic and cultural issues and identify where further research is still needed. "Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Aging" grew out of a symposium sponsored by the American Psychological Association.

The authors take a gay-affirmative approach that focuses on resilience, coping, and successful adaptation to againg, and is sensitive to the importance of historical oppression in the lives of older members of sexual minorities.