Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, "plus" (LGBTQ ) individuals who are pregnant or want to become pregnant face worse pregnancy outcomes than heterosexual patients.1,2 This is especially relevant because in the USA and elsewhere, sexually diverse and gender-expansive populations have ...
Research using data from large numbers of people aggregated from numerous institutions is essential to understand and address the causes of health disparities affecting pregnant and LGBTQindividuals. Yet some people in politically vulnerable groups like the...
America’s Declaration of Independence says liberty is a right. That includes loving who you love and expressing your identity freely. And while things are not perfect in the U.S., for many LGBTQ individuals, America truly is the land of the free. ...
The situation of LGBTQ+ individuals has drastically improved in most European countries since the second half of the twentieth century, with homophobic discrimination becoming legally prohibited and in many cases LGBTQ+ people gaining the same rights as other citizens, such as the right to marry or...
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and/or questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals in the United States have faced unique hardships in numerous areas including employment, military service, immigration and asylum, criminal justice, healthcare access, and housing. Although progress has been made on ...
Looking for an LGBTQ therapist? Find qualified online therapists attuned to the needs of LGBTQ individuals and couples. LGBTQ Therapy is an important part of the mental health process for many members of the LGBTQ community. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals, a growing nu...
Ross, Buster L.Butler Center for Research, Hazelden Foundation, Center City, Minnesota, USA;Taylor & Francis GroupJournal of Gay & Lesbian Social ServicesKlein, A. A., Ross, B. L. (2014). Substance Use and Mental Health Severity Among LGBTQ Individuals Attending Minnesota Model-Based ...
Many LGBTQ individuals have held Chief of Staff positions in Prime Minister and Government Minister offices. Others have managed the offices of the wives of Presidents, including Michelle Obama and Dr Jill Biden.Eric Fanningof the United States held this top position in The Pentagon, and Great Br...
Here's a closer look at how affirmative therapy helps LGBTQ+ individuals accept themselves and cope with stigma and distress. 1. It Helps De-Stigmatize Their Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity A core aspect of affirmative therapy is accepting the person as they are—not trying to change or ...
Equal—LGBTQ+ at McKinsey Equal at McKinsey is our vibrant worldwide network of LGBTQ+ colleagues who are committed to supporting one another’s success and to attracting other exceptional LGBTQ+ individuals into the McKinsey community. We formalized our commitment to LGBTQ+ equality in 1995, when...