LGBTQ+ WELL-BEING IN RURAL US - Symposium Session 4165 - Barriers and Promotion Opportunities

Sep 29, 2026

LGBTQ+ aging adults experience disproportionately poor well-being outcomes compared with non-LGBTQ+ peers, and rural settings add structural challenges across queer identities. This mixed-methods symposium presents emerging research on LGBTQ+ rural adults, a group that is often understudied and under-resourced. Findings examine disparities in mental health where social support may not offset discrimination, material-need insecurity among rural Texan LGBTQ+ adults, and barriers to social support and essential services. The program emphasizes culturally informed services, expanded gathering spaces, and improved culturally responsive healthcare, while discussing research strategies and intervention development.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time5 min

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Session 4165 (Symposium)

Abstract citation ID: igaf122.1728

Chair: Bryce Van Vleet

Key findings across LGBTQ+ rural aging contexts

Strategies for promotion and intervention development

FAQs

What core problem does the symposium address for LGBTQ+ aging adults in rural US settings?

It addresses disproportionately poor well-being outcomes and additional structural challenges faced by LGBTQ+ adults in rural communities.

How do the symposium’s findings relate social support to mental health outcomes?

The symposium reports that social support does not buffer the effects of discrimination on mental health.

What types of solutions or strategies are emphasized to promote LGBTQ+ well-being?

The symposium highlights culturally informed social services, increased LGBTQ+ gathering spaces, culturally responsive healthcare, and research strategies to develop interventions in rural areas.

Sep 29, 2026

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