1. Mental Health Care for People Who Identify as Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and (or) Queer (2SLGBTQ+).
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Veltman, Albina, Rose, Tara La, Chaimowitz, Gary, and La Rose, Tara
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MINORITY stress , *GENDER dysphoria , *MENTAL health services , *DISCRIMINATION in medical care , *TRANSGENDER people , *TWO-spirit people , *OLDER LGBTQ+ people , *PEOPLE with mental illness , *GENDER-nonconforming people - Abstract
This position paper from the Canadian Journal of Psychiatry discusses the mental health needs of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and the historical stigma and discrimination they have faced. It addresses the removal of homosexuality as a mental disorder and the ongoing debate around gender dysphoria. The paper emphasizes the negative impact of stigma and discrimination on mental health and the barriers to healthcare faced by 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. It concludes with recommendations for inclusive and nondiscriminatory care. Additionally, the document provides a glossary of terms related to 2SLGBTQ+ issues, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting diverse identities and experiences within the community. It also discusses the history of psychiatric treatment and ongoing challenges in accessing appropriate mental healthcare. Another document focuses on mental health and well-being for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting the negative impact of stigma and discrimination on mental health. It emphasizes the importance of acceptance and support from family and peers, addresses barriers to healthcare, condemns conversion therapy, and provides recommendations for creating inclusive environments. Lastly, a glossary of terms related to the 2SLGBTQ+ community is provided, emphasizing the importance of using inclusive language and respecting individuals' chosen names and pronouns. The glossary includes definitions for various terms and acknowledges that these terms may vary and evolve over time. It also highlights the need for inclusive materials, gender-neutral facilities, and non-discriminatory policies. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
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