Lesbian Friendships: An Exploration of Lesbian Social Support Networks

Lesbians may face unique challenges when building friendships. The intersection of culturally sanctioned discrimination and familial rejection may intensify the role friendships play for lesbians and the development of social support networks. The author discusses existing research and qualitative f...

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Published in:Adultspan journal 2012-04, Vol.11 (1), p.16-26
Main Author: Degges-White, Suzanne
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Counseling Techniques
Cultural Influences
Family Relationship
Females
Friendship
friendship development
Homosexuality
Lesbians
Physiological aspects
Social aspects
Social Bias
Social Discrimination
Social Networks
social relationships
social support
Social Support Groups
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Summary:Lesbians may face unique challenges when building friendships. The intersection of culturally sanctioned discrimination and familial rejection may intensify the role friendships play for lesbians and the development of social support networks. The author discusses existing research and qualitative findings and provides suggestions for counselors working with their lesbian clients.
ISSN:1524-6817
2161-0029
DOI:10.1002/j.2161-0029.2012.00002.x