Citation

Turell SC, Herrmann MM. J. Lesbian Stud. 2008; 12(2/3): 211-224.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2008, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/10894160802161372

PMID

19042733

Abstract

“Family” is a euphemistic term that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people use among ourselves to designate membership in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Ironically, this“family” may be the most sought, yet least successful, support for dealing with the intimate partner violence that occurs within LGBT families. This study of 11 lesbian and bisexual women's experiences seeking support revealed several tiers of unmet needs within the LGBT community. They rarely used services in the general community, although these services are often the focus of both criticism and efforts to build support systems for LGBT victim/survivors. A model presents the different stages and potential sources of support.

Language: en