Gay And Lesbian Identity Development: An Overview For Social Workers

ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Denise Levy Ph.D., Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Dept. of Social Work (Creator)
Institution
Appalachian State University (ASU )
Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/

Abstract: Social work literature on the topic of gay and lesbian identity development is sparse. Although some texts do include sections on social work practice with gay and lesbian individuals, rarely is this information presented within the broader context of the history of sexuality and contemporary gay and lesbian theory. Practitioners, students, and researchers often have to look outside the field to find resources on this topic. In an effort to advance social work literature, this article provides a comprehensive description of gay and lesbian identity development and recommendations for advancing the literature.

Additional Information

Publication
Denise L. Levy (2009). Gay and Lesbian Identity Development: An Overview for Social Workers, Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, 19:8, 978-993, DOI: 10.1080/10911350903126866. Publisher version of record available at: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10911350903126866
Language: English
Date: 2009
Keywords
Gay, lesbian, identity development, sexuality, queer

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