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Accounting for HIV Health Disparities: Risk and Protective Factors Among Older Gay and Bisexual Men
Journal of Aging and Health
  • Charles A. Emlet, University of Washington Tacoma
  • Karen I. Fredriksen-Goldsen
  • Hyun-Jun Kim
  • Hyunzee Jung
Publication Date
5-13-2019
Document Type
Article
Abstract

Objective: This study examines whether disparities exist in poor health and depressive symptomatology among older gay/bisexual men (50+) with (n = 371) and without (n = 973) HIV. If so, what risk/promoting factors account for those disparities? Method: These cross-sectional analyses used 2014 data from the Aging With Pride: National Health, Aging, and Sexuality/Gender Study. Results: Those with HIV reported poorer health and more depressive symptomatology accounted for by lower income, resilience and social support, and more lifetime victimization. Poorer health among those with HIV was associated with more chronic conditions. Higher depressive symptomatology was associated with diagnosed anxiety and drug addiction. Community engagement reduced disparities in poor health and depression. Implications: Older gay/bisexual men living with HIV infection are at greater risk for physical and mental health issues. Assessments should be conducted with attention to these risk factors. Interventions for improving social support, resilience, and community engagement are warranted.

DOI
10.1177/0898264319848570
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Citation Information
Charles A. Emlet, Karen I. Fredriksen-Goldsen, Hyun-Jun Kim and Hyunzee Jung. "Accounting for HIV Health Disparities: Risk and Protective Factors Among Older Gay and Bisexual Men" Journal of Aging and Health (2019)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/charles_emlet/82/