Identity processes, threat and interpersonal relations: accounts from British Muslim gay men
Date
2012
Authors
Advisors
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
ISSN
0091-8369
Volume Title
Publisher
Taylor and Francis
Type
Article
Peer reviewed
Yes
Abstract
This study explores identity processes, identity threat, and inter- personal relations with other gay men in a qualitative inter- view study with a sample of young British Muslim gay men of Pakistani background. Transcripts were subjected to qualitative thematic analysis. Data were analyzed through the interpretive lens of Identity Process Theory. Three superordinate themes are reported: (a) self-continuity and the transition from straight to gay space; (b) interpersonal relations with other gay men and self- and other categorization; and (c) interpersonal contact or identification with White gay men as an identity enhancer. Theoretical and practical implications of the results are discussed.
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Keywords
gay identity, homosexuality, identity threat, interpersonal relations, identity process theory, Muslims, social psychology, qualitative
Citation
Jaspal, R. and Cinnirella, M. (2012) Identity processes, threat and interpersonal relations: accounts from British Muslim gay men. Journal of Homosexuality, 59 (2), pp.215-240.