The Queerantine study aims to understand the determinants of LGBTQ+ health and ageing. We are interested in understanding the societal factors that lead to people who identify as LGBTQ+ having poorer health compared to heterosexual and/or cisgender people. We also focus on factors protective of our health, like social networks, queer joy, and resilience.

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The Queerantine study originated with the aim of understanding the impact of the coronavirus global pandemic on the wellbeing of the LGBTQ+ community. We were interested in studying how members of the LGBTQ+ community are are experiencing the coronavirus pandemic, including accessing and supporting their wider networks and dealing with stress in these difficult times. Have a look at our pandemic-related publications.

 

This is research project is being conducted by Dr Laia Bécares from King's College London, and Dr Dylan Kneale from University College London.