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http://dx.doi.org/10.14370/jewnr.2019.25.1.69

Life of Homosexuals in Korea  

Kim, Hyun Ji (Department of Nursing, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University)
Jang, Mi Young (Department of Nursing, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University)
Kim, Jung Ho (Department of Nursing, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University)
Song, Ji Hyun (Department of Nursing, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University)
Kim, Ran (Department of Nursing, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University)
Hong, Hyon Joo (National Center for Mental Health)
Shin, Sung Hee (College of Nursing Science, Kyung Hee University)
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Journal of East-West Nursing Research / v.25, no.1, 2019 , pp. 69-80 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to understand the nature of life among homosexuals in Korea. Method: Phenomenological methodology was used for the study. From February 2015 to January 2016, data were collected from 8 homosexuals through in-depth interviews and analyzed using Colaizzi's framework. Result: Five theme clusters and fourteen themes were identified for the life experiences of homosexuals. The five theme clusters were 'alien in an intolerant society', 'a fateful gender that can't be denied', 'process of coming out', 'endure as a homosexual', and 'future perspectives where expectation and anxiety coexist'. Conclusion: This study provides deep insight into the experience of homosexuals's lives in changing society and culture of Korea. Nursing practices should be improved for supportive attitudes.
Keywords
Homosexuality; Life experience; Qualitative research;
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