Methods

Investigators used both qualitative and quantitative methods to examine LGB people's sense of identity and identification with the LGB community; stressors, challenges, resilience, and sources of strength; and health and well-being.

Qualitative Methods

The qualitative portion of the study collected narrative life histories of Black, Latino, White, and Asian LGB individuals living in urban and non-urban regions of New York, California, Arizona, and Texas. The qualitative portion was completed in March 2016.

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Quantitative Methods

An innovative quantitative survey procedure identified Black, Latino, and White LGB individuals in the US. Respondents participated in the study over a five-year period to detect changes in the social environment as people age. The quantitative portion was completed in 2018.

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Questionnaires