Exploration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning adolescents experiences in healthcare: A cultural examination

Abstract

This research is a qualitative exploration of healthcare experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) adolescents from a cultural perspective. Findings shared demonstrate how the participants feel healthcare focus is on the heteronormative individual. The goal is to increase awareness and improve healthcare for the LGBTQ adolescent.

Authors

Stephanie C. Evans

Author Details

Stephanie C. Evans, PhD, Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas, Texas, USA

Sigma Membership

Unknown

Lead Author Affiliation

Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Healthcare Providers, LGBTQ Adolescents, LGBTQ Healthcare Culture

Recommended Citation

Evans, Stephanie C., "Exploration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning adolescents experiences in healthcare: A cultural examination" (2017). INRC (Congress). 25.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2017/posters_2017/25

Conference Name

28th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Dublin, Ireland

Conference Year

2017

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Acquisition

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