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The British Journal of Psychiatry 137: 361-370 (1980)
© 1980 The Royal College of Psychiatrists

Social and psychological functioning of the ageing male homosexual

KC Bennett and NL Thompson

The stereotype of the older male homosexual is one of disengagement from the homosexual world, loneliness, rejection, depression and unhappiness. This typical picture of the ageing homosexual is not supported by the findings from 478 homosexual men in Australia with diverse backgrounds. There are no age differences in psychological well- being and involvement in the gay community. The older homosexual does believe he has less control for his sexual orientation and attempts to hide his homosexuality more than his younger counterparts. These latter findings appear to be generational differences. Implications for professionals working with homosexuals and their parents are briefly discussed.


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