Gay and Lesbian Couples, 1986-1989

This longitudinal study of both partners from gay and lesbian couples began in 1986, with additional data collection occurring in 1987, 1988, and 1989. The initial data collection involved 80 gay and 53 lesbian couples who lived together without children. They were recruited from requests for participants published in gay/lesbian periodicals and newsletters as well as through the personal recommendations of partners already participating. All surveys were sent by mail and were returned in separate postage-paid envelopes for each partner.