Influence of section 377 on relationships of the MSM community with their family members
Keywords:
MSM (Men having sex with men), homosexuality, LGBT, parents, acceptance, rejection, sexuality, relationship, youthAbstract
Background: Sexual and gender minorities all over the world are heavily impacted by the attitudes and beliefs of those around them. With this study, the researcher is trying to explore the impact of Section 377 (2018 judgment) on the relationships between the Men who have Sex with Men (MSM) and their parents. Method: This qualitative study was completed using semi-structured interviews that were conducted with 11 MSM who were living in Delhi and had come out to their parents. Additionally, interviews were also conducted with 5 parents of the selected MSM Community members. Qualitative content analysis was used to examine the data. Five major themes were identified; awareness of one’s sexual orientation, relationship dynamics with parents before coming out, disclosure of MSM identity to parents, change in relationship with parents post coming out and parent’s response and support towards their son’s sexual orientation. Results: During their adolescent or early adulthood years, the selected group of MSMs became certain of their sexual orientation. During the age range of 15-23 years, all MSM participants reported disclosing their sexual identity to their parents.
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