Experiences of Young Bisexual Women in Lesbian/Bisexual Groups on MySpace

Bibliographic Data

ID12759304
AuthorsM Sue Crowley (Binghamton University, corresponding author)
Year2010
Volume10
Issue4
Pages388-403
Publication date2010-11-12
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Bisexuality (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1529-9716 • E-ISSN: 1529-9724
PublisherTaylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/15299716.2010.521044
OpenAlexW1979291201
LanguageEN
Citations received6
References cited14

This exploratory study examined Topic threads in Lesbian/Bisexual Groups on MySpace to examine how young biwomen self-identify in online exchanges with other bisexuals and lesbians, as well as what attitudes and beliefs about bisexuality emerge from those exchanges. Four Topic threads from three Groups suggested that young biwomen use social networking sites to connect with others and create inclusive communities for biyouth. Although acceptance of bisexuality was strongly endorsed by many, they were sometimes met with antagonism from their lesbian peers. Together with lesbian allies, they were able to challenge such prejudice but remain keenly aware of its existence

Lesbian · Sexual minority · Sociology · Gender Studies · LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy · Psychology · Sexuality, Behavior, and Technology · Social Media and Politics

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