ABSTRACT

This study explored turning points in health perceptions among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) adults of color living in a major US city. Turning points in health perceptions were elicited from 38 participants through in-depth interviews and were examined using interpretive phenomenological analysis. Findings revealed three key themes: (a) diagnosis and disease; (b) death or illness of family and friends; and (c) changes in environmental context and body. The positive impacts of turning points are discussed, including the development of active coping skills, engagement in health-promoting behaviors, and increased community connectedness. Implications for future research are also suggested.

摘要

本研究探讨了生活在美国主要城市的有色人种女同性恋、男同性恋、双性恋、跨性别和酷儿 (LGBTQ) 成年人的健康观念的转折点。通过深入访谈从 38 名参与者中得出健康认知的转折点，并使用解释性现象学分析进行检查。调查结果揭示了三个关键主题：(a) 诊断和疾病；(b) 家人和朋友的死亡或疾病；(c) 环境背景和主体的变化。讨论了转折点的积极影响，包括积极应对技能的发展、参与健康促进行为以及增强社区联系。还提出了对未来研究的启示。