The influence of same-sex marriage on the understanding of same-sex relationships |
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Authors: | Lannutti Pamela J |
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Affiliation: | Department of Communication, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA. pamela.lannutti.1@bc.edu |
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Abstract: | This study examines the ways in which legally recognized same-sex marriage affects the understanding of same-sex romantic relationships for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) individuals. Participants (N = 288) responded to an open-ended Web-based survey asking them to describe how legally recognized same-sex marriage influenced their view of their own romantic relationship or romantic relationships in general. Results indicate that legally recognized same-sex marriage impacted participants' understanding of romantic relationships by making existing relationships seem more real and by serving as a tool through which participants realized their desires for ideal potential partner and relationship characteristics. The results suggest that legally recognized same-sex marriage is seen as both beneficial and challenging for samesex couples. |
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