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Oblea PN, Adams AR, Nguyen-Wu ED, Hawley-Molloy JS, Balsam K, Badger TA, Witwer AR, Cartwright J. Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer Health-Care Experiences in a Military Population. JOURNAL OF HOMOSEXUALITY 2023; 70:1098-1118. [PMID: 35007488 DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2021.2015952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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ABTRACTThis study aimed to understand the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer of former military service members. Data for this analysis was collected from the two open-ended survey questions as part of a larger online survey. The analysis was performed using the web-based data analysis application Dedoose. Eighty-eight qualitative responses were used. Analysis of the responses revealed five main themes: (1) identity, (2) negative experiences, (3) impact of experiences, (4) policy, and (5) positive experiences. These findings can influence future military research by focusing on the effects of the Don't Ask Don't Tell policy, negative and positive experiences, and the impact of those experiences.
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- Pedro N Oblea
- Department of Inpatient Services, Center for Nursing Science and Clinical Inquiry, Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
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- Clinical Investigation Department, Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Inpatient Services, Center for Nursing Science and Clinical Inquiry, Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Palo Alto University, Palo Alto, California, USA
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- College of Nursing, Division of Community and Systems Health, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- School of Criminal Justice, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership, United States Military Academy, West Point, New York, USA
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Oblea PN, Siaki LA. Looking Back, a View to the Future of the Health and Readiness of Gender and Sexual Diverse U.S. Service Members. Mil Med 2023; 188:77-81. [PMID: 36208213 DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usac288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2022] [Revised: 08/30/2022] [Accepted: 09/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The objective is to provide a brief overview of the history of gender and sexual diverse service members, health utilization rates, outcomes, and disparities, as well as perceived challenges accessing health care and gaps in the evidence base underpinning sex- and gender-appropriate care. The article also provides strategies going forward to address these issues and optimize health care delivery.
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- Pedro N Oblea
- Center for Nursing Science and Clinical Inquiry, Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI 96859, USA
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- Center for Nursing Science and Clinical Inquiry, Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI 96859, USA
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Stigma, HIV Risk, and Access to HIV Prevention and Treatment Services Among Men Who have Sex with Men (MSM) in the United States: A Scoping Review. AIDS Behav 2021; 25:3574-3604. [PMID: 33866444 PMCID: PMC8053369 DOI: 10.1007/s10461-021-03262-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 78] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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In light of recent advances in HIV prevention and treatment, we reviewed the literature to understand how different types of stigma impact HIV risk; access to HIV prevention, care, and treatment services; and related health outcomes among men who have sex with men (MSM) in the US. We conducted a scoping literature review of observational and qualitative studies that examined stigma and HIV-related outcomes among MSM. Our search identified 5794 studies, of which 47 met the eligibility criteria and were included in the final analysis. The review suggests that stigma remains a formidable barrier to engaging in HIV prevention and treatment among both HIV-negative and HIV-positive MSM. Among the studies of HIV-positive MSM, internalized stigma was related to lower levels of treatment engagement. HIV-positive MSM in the Southern part of the US were also more likely to engage in risky sexual behavior. Perceived health care discrimination was negatively associated with PrEP awareness, particularly among HIV-negative Black MSM. Among young MSM of color, intersectional stigma compounded the social structural barriers to PrEP adherence. Findings indicate that stigma reduction interventions should be implemented in diverse MSM communities to address the disproportionate burden of HIV along with critical gap in the care continuum. Further research should examine how individual types of stigma, including intersectional stigma, affect viral suppression and PrEP uptake and adherence, especially among MSM of color.
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Wilson OWA, Brittain DR, Bopp M. College Student Aerobic and Muscle-Strengthening Activity: The Intersection of Gender and Sexual Orientation Among United States Students. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021. [DOI: 10.1891/lgbtq-2020-0015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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The purpose of the study was to examine differences in aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity participation based on the intersection of gender and sexual orientation among cisgender college students. Data from the American College Health Association National College Health Assessment collected between Fall 2015 and Fall 2018 were analyzed. Differences from the population average for meeting aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity (separately) recommendations were computed for each gender and sexual orientation intersection. The likelihood of meeting aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity (separately) recommendations were calculated using a series of logistic regression analyses to determine odds ratios controlling for age, year of enrollment, race/ethnicity, and health status. Overall, more men and those identifying as straight met activity (aerobic and muscle-strengthening) recommendations. Asexual and straight women were less likely to meet activity recommendations compared to men, and bisexual and questioning women were less likely to meet muscle-strengthening recommendations compared to men. Bisexual, pansexual, and questioning individuals were less likely to meet activity recommendations compared to straight individuals among both genders, as were queer and gay men and women who identified as pansexual or another identity. Men who identified as pansexual or another identity, as well as lesbian and queer women were less likely to meet muscle-strengthening recommendations compared to straight individuals. In summary, findings demonstrate that aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity participation disparities are evident based on the intersection of gender and sexual orientation. The intersection of socio-demographic characteristics should be considered by researchers and physical activity promoters in order to better understand and address disparities.
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Mark KM, McNamara KA, Gribble R, Rhead R, Sharp ML, Stevelink SAM, Schwartz A, Castro C, Fear NT. The health and well-being of LGBTQ serving and ex-serving personnel: a narrative review. Int Rev Psychiatry 2019; 31:75-94. [PMID: 30997848 DOI: 10.1080/09540261.2019.1575190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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The relaxation of discriminatory policies against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) service personnel has led to increased diversity among military populations. Given this increase, it is important to assess sexual and gender minority groups' health and well-being in the context of military service. This narrative review assessed these outcomes in LGBTQ military personnel. The electronic databases OVID Medline, PsycInfo, and Embase were searched for papers published between January 2000 and July 2018. Thirty papers were included. In line with life course model, studies aligned with four themes: (1) mental health and well-being; (2) stigma and healthcare utilization; (3) sexual trauma; and (4) physical health. These themes highlighted that LGBTQ military personnel and veterans have poorer mental health and well-being; report more stigma and barriers to mental healthcare, which reduces uptake of accessed healthcare services; experience more sexual trauma; and have poorer physical health than heterosexual military personnel and veterans. However, there are substantial gaps in the current evidence for this population. Future research should aim to address limitations of the literature, and to ensure that data on LGBTQ personnel and veterans is collected as standard.
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- Katharine M Mark
- a King's Centre for Military Health Research , King's College London , London , UK
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- b Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work , University of Southern California , Los Angeles , CA , USA
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- a King's Centre for Military Health Research , King's College London , London , UK
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- a King's Centre for Military Health Research , King's College London , London , UK
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- a King's Centre for Military Health Research , King's College London , London , UK
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- a King's Centre for Military Health Research , King's College London , London , UK.,c Department of Psychological Medicine , King's College London , London , UK
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- b Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work , University of Southern California , Los Angeles , CA , USA
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- b Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work , University of Southern California , Los Angeles , CA , USA
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- a King's Centre for Military Health Research , King's College London , London , UK.,d Academic Department of Military Mental Health , King's College London , London , UK
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Makanjuola O, Folayan MO, Oginni OA. On being gay in Nigeria: Discrimination, mental health distress, and coping. JOURNAL OF GAY & LESBIAN MENTAL HEALTH 2018. [DOI: 10.1080/19359705.2018.1482809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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- Department of Child Dental Health, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
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- Department of Mental Health, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
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