Latino, Immigrant, and Gay: A Qualitative Study About Their Adaptation and Transitions

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to identify the individual and contextual factors affecting the adaptation and transition of Latino immigrant gay men. Eleven self-identified Latino immigrant gay men volunteered to participate in individual face-to-face semistructured interviews. Through thematic analysis, four major themes emerged from the data. The themes included reasons for immigrating, cultural values regarding sexual orientation, access to health care, and discrimination and coping. Themes are interpreted within an ecological theoretical framework. Implications for theory development, practice, and future research are discussed.