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A homossexualidade e o envelhecimento

Homosexuality and aging
Authors: Ferreira, Juliana Sofia Barbosa;

A homossexualidade e o envelhecimento

Abstract

O envelhecimento é um fenómeno global, com especial relevância nos países ocidentais. Para as populações Lésbica, Gay, Bissexual, Trans, Queer, Intersexual, Assexual, + indica que podem existir outras formas de sexualidade ou identidade (LGBTQIA+), especialmente mulheres lésbicas e homens gays, este processo é frequentemente marcado por desafios adicionais. Ao longo das suas vidas, muitos destes indivíduos enfrentam discriminação e estigmatização, o que pode influenciar negativamente a sua saúde mental e física. À medida que envelhecem, as consequências destas experiências acumuladas podem manifestar- se sob a forma de isolamento social, barreiras no acesso aos serviços de saúde e falta de apoio emocional. Com o aumento da esperança de vida, é essencial compreender de que forma o envelhecimento tem impacto na qualidade de vida e no bem-estar das pessoas LGBTQIA+, sublinhando a necessidade de políticas e práticas que promovam um envelhecimento saudável e digno. A presente dissertação debruçou-se sobre as experiências de envelhecimento de mulheres lésbicas e homens gays com 60 e mais anos, destacando a intersecção entre sexualidade, relações sociais e os desafios enfrentados por este grupo num contexto de discriminação. A investigação adotou uma abordagem qualitativa, utilizando entrevistas semiestruturadas com sete homens gays e duas mulheres lésbicas. Os resultados mostraram que a sexualidade continua a ser uma dimensão central na vida das mulheres lésbicas e dos homens gays na velhice. O reconhecimento da sua identidade sexual, muitas vezes construída ao longo de décadas, está associado a uma melhor qualidade de vida e bem-estar emocional. Os entrevistados expressaram que a aceitação da sua orientação sexual, apesar dos desafios, é uma parte fundamental do seu processo de envelhecimento. No entanto, também ficou claro que a discriminação e o estigma persistem, afetando negativamente o acesso aos serviços de saúde e ao apoio social. A análise das redes de apoio social revelou que, apesar de muitos se sentirem isolados, existem espaços acolhedores e respeitosos que proporcionam apoio emocional e psicológico, reforçando a importância da construção de comunidades inclusivas.

Ageing is a global phenomenon that affects everyone, but for LGBTQIA+ populations, especially lesbian women and gay men, this process is often marked by additional challenges. Throughout their lives, many of these individuals face discrimination and stigmatisation, which can negatively influence their mental and physical health. As they get older, the consequences of these accumulated experiences can manifest themselves in the form of social isolation, barriers to accessing health services and a lack of emotional support. With life expectancy increasing, it is essential to understand how ageing impacts on the quality of life and well-being of LGBTQIA+ people, emphasising the need for policies and practices that promote healthy and dignified ageing. This dissertation focused on the ageing experiences of lesbian women and gay men aged 60 and over, highlighting the intersection between sexuality, social relationships and the challenges faced by this group in a context of discrimination. The research adopted a qualitative approach, using semi-structured interviews with seven gay men and two lesbian women. The results showed that sexuality continues to be a central dimension in the lives of lesbian women and gay men in old age. Recognizing their sexual identity, often built up over decades, is associated with a better quality of life and emotional well-being. The interviewees expressed that acceptance of their sexual orientation, despite the challenges, is a fundamental part of their ageing process. However, it was also clear that discrimination and stigma persist, negatively affecting access to health services and social support. The analysis of social support networks revealed that, despite many feeling isolated, there are welcoming and respectful spaces that provide emotional and psychological support, reinforcing the importance of building inclusive communities.

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Portugal
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Keywords

Social support, Ageing, Ciências Sociais::Sociologia, LGBTQIA+, Envelhecimento, Discrimination, Apoio social, Discriminação

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