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How do lesbian women develop serenity?

S Deevey, L J Wall

    Health Care for Women International
    |April 1, 1992
    PubMed
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    Lesbian women face unique challenges in alcoholism recovery due to societal homophobia. This study introduces the Deevey-Wall model, offering insights into navigating shame and fostering serenity for lesbian individuals in recovery.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Sociology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Alcoholism presents unique challenges for lesbian women within a homophobic society.
    • Existing models of identity development in lesbian alcoholics require critical evaluation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine alcoholism recovery and serenity development in lesbian women.
    • To critique existing recovery frameworks and propose a new model.
    • To explore the impact of social environments on drinking behavior and recovery.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on alcoholism incidence and lethality in lesbian women.
    • Critique of the Finnegan and McNally (1987) five-stage model.
    • Presentation of the Deevey-Wall model based on lived recovery experiences.

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    Main Results:

    • The Deevey-Wall model identifies factors influencing drinking behavior and recovery in lesbian women.
    • Shaming social environments significantly impact recovery trajectories.
    • Wall's theory of self-hate is presented as a survival mechanism in hostile environments.

    Conclusions:

    • The Deevey-Wall model offers a framework for understanding lesbian women's recovery from alcoholism.
    • Addressing societal homophobia and internalized self-hate is crucial for achieving serenity.
    • Recovery for lesbian women necessitates consideration of their specific social and environmental contexts.