| Titre : | Improving the inclusivity of older bisexual individuals in UK care homes: Insights from qualitative research |
| Auteurs : | Sara Frenandez Aria ; Ecole des hautes études en santé publique (EHESP) (Rennes, FRA) |
| Type de document : | Mémoire |
| Année de publication : | 2023 |
| Description : | 43p. |
| Langues: | Anglais |
| Classement : | MPH23/ (Master EHESP International master of public health - MPH) |
| Mots-clés : | Bisexualité ; Prise charge médicosociale ; Centre santé ; Discrimination ; Connaissance ; Profession santé ; Royaume Uni |
| Résumé : |
Introduction: Despite the recent progress in anti-discrimination laws and increased public acceptance of the LGBT community, there is a lack of research on the specific healthcare requirements of older bisexual individuals in care homes. Bisexual people have faced stigma and biphobia due to living in a heteronormative society, leading to elevated rates of mental health concerns. This study seeks to comprehend the needs of potential care home residents
who identify as bisexual, with a focus on public health. The findings can then guide care homes and local authorities on how to modify the care home environment to ensure inclusivity for bisexual individuals. Methods: The study included individuals identifying as bisexual or non-monosexual that were 40 or older living in the UK. A snowball sampling method as well as connecting to potential participants through online groups was used in the study. The study utilised 30 to 45 minutes semi-structured interviews as the primary data collection method. Moreover, the data was transcribed, uploaded to Nvivo, and analysed through the 6 steps of thematic analyses by Braun and Clarke. Results: The six participants discussed their need to be in a space where they feel accepted as well as having care home staff that is educated about the bisexual experience. In addition, having an intergenerational community can provide the opportunity for this sample to keep a connection with the world outside a care home. Finally, participants highlighted the importance of having the liberty to keep exploring their sexuality. Conclusion: This study highlighted the importance of public health as care homes need to understand bisexuality and the intersectionality within it to ensure the protection of bisexual individuals from any kind of marginalisation against them. This process should start with the training of care home staff as well as providing care home residents with intergenerational activities. Moreover, to provide a holistic person-centred service, care home staff must develop techniques to ask residents about their background and sexual orientation. |
| Diplôme : | Master MPH of public health |
| Plan de classement simplifié : | Master of Public Health - master international de Santé Publique (MPH) |
| En ligne : | https://documentation.ehesp.fr/memoires/2023/mph/sara_fernandez_arias.pdf |
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| Code-barres | Cote | Support | Localisation | Section | Disponibilité |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 096530 | MPH23/0016 | Mémoire | Rennes | Salle Ouessant | Empruntable Disponible |