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  • Sociology
  • Gender Studies

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  • Bisexual+ invisibility is a significant concern, stemming from the denial or ignorance of their identities.
  • Emerging research investigates how bisexual+ individuals actively work to make their identities visible.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the specific methods, contexts, and motivations behind bisexual+ visibility attempts.
  • To build upon existing research by examining novel aspects of bisexual+ identity expression.

Main Methods:

  • An internet survey was conducted with 715 participants reporting attraction to more than one gender.
  • Data collection focused on how, when, and why bisexual+ individuals attempt to make their identity visible.

Main Results:

  • Participants most frequently used indirect (e.g., social media) and direct (e.g., in-person) communication strategies.
  • Direct communication was perceived as more successful than indirect methods for conveying identity.
  • Visibility attempts were most common among other bisexual+ individuals, in LGBT contexts, and with partners or when single, driven by activism or pride.

Conclusions:

  • Bisexual+ individuals employ diverse strategies to assert their identity, with varying perceived effectiveness.
  • Context and personal motivations significantly influence the timing and nature of visibility attempts.
  • Understanding these dynamics is crucial for addressing barriers to bisexual+ visibility and fostering inclusivity.