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A Content Analysis Of The First Decade Of The Journal Of Glbt Family Studies, Jacqueline Bible, Autumn Bermea, Bradley Van Eeden-Moorefield, Kristen E. Benson, April L. Few-Demo
A Content Analysis Of The First Decade Of The Journal Of Glbt Family Studies, Jacqueline Bible, Autumn Bermea, Bradley Van Eeden-Moorefield, Kristen E. Benson, April L. Few-Demo
Department of Family Science and Human Development Scholarship and Creative Works
The emergence of several specialized journals that examine the experiences of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) individuals, families, and communities, particularly the Journal of GLBT Family Studies, has profoundly shaped GLBT research. Engaging in taking stock activities helps to identify trends on which future research should focus to further develop the field. For example, scholars suggest critical analysis of journal publications is necessary for field development, which was done here. Specifically, this content analysis examines the first decade of publications appearing in the Journal of GLBT Family Studies from 2005 to 2015 (N = 233) to identify trends in …
A Content Analysis Of Lgbt Research In Top Family Journals 2000-2015, Bradley Van Eeden-Moorefield, April L. Few-Demo, Kristen Benson, Jacqueline Bible, Shannon Lummer
A Content Analysis Of Lgbt Research In Top Family Journals 2000-2015, Bradley Van Eeden-Moorefield, April L. Few-Demo, Kristen Benson, Jacqueline Bible, Shannon Lummer
Department of Family Science and Human Development Scholarship and Creative Works
The past decades have witnessed some of the most prolific changes in rights and experiences for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) individuals and their families. Research during this period also witnessed a significant increase in the study of these changes. The current content analysis systematically reviewed all LGBT-related articles published in top-ranked, general family science journals from 2000 to 2015 to gauge the state of this growing field. Specifically, basic descriptives, theoretical foundations, methodological plurality, and inclusivity were examined. Results revealed that less than 3% of articles published were LGBT-related, most were atheoretical and infrequently included variables unique to this …