Parenting and Couple Relationships Among LGBTQ+ People in Diverse Contexts

This book examines how the increasing number of same-sex couples is changing traditional concepts of family and parenthood, and how these changes affect psychological studies of family, couple relationships, and human development. The majority of chapters present research conducted with LGBTQ+ people in Brazil, a country where same-sex couples have been recognized by legislation since 2011, but are currently facing a conservative wave. The book aims to provide updated theoretical and methodological contributions, as well as ethically and politically engaged reflections, to the field of psychological studies of LGBTQ+ parenting and couple relationships. Chapters analyze various aspects of LGBTQ+ parenting and couple relationships, such as changes in the concept of family, the role of the family of origin, risk and protective factors, vulnerabilities experienced by trans couples, parenting and raising families, reproductive decisions, adoption, and coparenting in families composed of gay and lesbian couples.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 317 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The increasing number of same-sex couples is revolutionizing traditional concepts of family and parenthood, exerting profound effects on psychological studies of family, couple relationships, and human development. This comprehensive book delves into these transformative dynamics, shedding light on the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and families.

The majority of the chapters included in this contributed volume present insightful results of research conducted with LGBTQ+ individuals in Brazil, a country that has recognized same-sex couples through national legislation since 2011. However, Brazil is currently grappling with a conservative wave that poses a significant threat to the progress made by the LGBTQ+ movement in recent years. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, this book aims to provide both updated theoretical and methodological contributions to the field of psychological studies of LGBTQ+ parenting and couple relationships.

Chapters in this volume explore a wide range of aspects related to LGBTQ+ parenting and couple relationships. They examine changes in the concept of family, the role of the family of origin in the coming out process of young adults, risk and protective factors in couple relationships between lesbians and gay men, vulnerabilities experienced by trans couples during the COVID-19 pandemic, the approaches taken by lesbians, gays, trans, and non-binaries to parenting and raising their families, factors influencing reproductive decisions among LGBTQ+ individuals, adoption and coparenting in families composed of gay and lesbian couples, and numerous other topics.

This book will be of immense interest to social, developmental, and family psychologists, as well as social workers, who are engaged in research and practice with same-sex couples and families, as well as with the LGBTQ+ population in general. By examining the complexities and nuances of LGBTQ+ parenting and couple relationships, this book contributes to a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences and challenges faced by these individuals and families. It offers valuable insights and practical strategies for professionals working in the field, fostering inclusivity, empathy, and support for all members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Weight: 516g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030841911
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021