@article{ref1,
title="Physical, psychosocial, and social health of men who identify as Bears: a systematic review",
journal="Journal of clinical nursing",
year="2016",
author="Quidley-Rodriguez, Narciso and De Santis, Joseph P.",
volume="25",
number="23-24",
pages="3484-3496",
abstract="AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: This paper examines the existing qualitative and quantitative research on physical, psychosocial, and social health of men who identify as Bears, a subcultural group in the gay community. <br><br>BACKGROUND: During the 1980's, one of the first Bear communities emerged in San Francisco. Utilized the United States as an example, other Bear communities were created throughout the world. Today, Bear-related organizations and events are found globally. <br><br>METHODS: A systematic review was conducted exploring the health of men who identify as Bears. <br><br>DESIGN: To identify articles addressing the health outcomes of men who identify as Bears, the researcher systematically reviewed articles indexed through CINAHL, PsycINFO, Humanities International Index, Cochrane Library, Medline, and LGBT Life. <br><br>RESULTS: The major findings across the 11 articles were systematically grouped into physical, psychosocial, and social health categories. Men identifying as Bears were more likely to have a higher BMI, engage in risky sexual behaviors, and have a lower self-esteem. <br><br>CONCLUSIONS: Future implications for research and practice regarding the health of men who identify as Bears are addressed. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.<br><br>This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0962-1067",
doi="10.1111/jocn.13368",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/jocn.13368"
}