AACS Atlanta delivers a culturally competent and loving staff that knows firsthand what it takes to recover as an LGBTQ individual. Call 404-793-6838
Prior research has reported some segments of the sex worker population are at higher risks of negative health outcomes. Historically, these outcomes were viewed as a result of the work itself without taking into consideration the role of the stigma and criminalization of sex work that are contributing factors impacting distress. Therefore, drawing upon minority stress theory and affirmative therapy guidelines for the LGBT population, this fact sheet conceptualizes sex workers’ mental health thr
NIDA supports research to help identify the particular challenges that sexual and gender minority people face.
The Lake Villa-based Gateway Foundation is opening the Midwest’s first addiction treatment program for those in the LGBTQ community, marking the occasion Friday on National Coming Out Day. Th…
LGBTQ-friendly drug treatment centers tend to have staff who are experienced in handling sexual orientation- and sexual expression- related issues.
If you ask Cherish Blackmon about her gender, you won’t get a simple answer.“Well, on the inside, I definitely identify my masculinity, but I also…
Lesbian, gay and bisexual adults are more likely than their straight counterparts to abuse substances and experience mental illness, according to a new report.
Are you in search of a drug rehab center with treatment programs specifically designed for LGBTQ+ individuals? Find out about resources for the LGBTQ+ community.
‘Pervasive prejudices’ in society had affected justice for many victims over decades
In conversations about gender stereotypes, we often focus on boys and girls. But let's discuss gender beyond male and female: Gender 101 for LGBTQ terms.
Unique factors can play a significant role in the development of substance use disorders for LGBTQ people – and those same factors can create roadblocks to recovery as well.
At some point during the attack, one of the suspects wrapped a rope around the actor's neck.
LGBTQ-friendly drug treatment centers tend to have staff who are experienced in handling sexual orientation- and sexual expression- related issues.
Only a small fraction of transgender people who suffer from gender dysphoria may have affordable access to the treatments they need.
Trans people are at a greater risk for suicide as they are twice as likely to think about and attempt suicide than people belonging to sexual minorities. Disponible en français.
They say that addiction does not discriminate. That is true but it is also true that addiction and alcohol use are especially prevalent in the LGBTQ community. It's an issue that is prolific and well documented. How can we continue celebrating Pride without alcohol?
On this historic day, it's important to recall that, for too long, the health concerns of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals were pushed to the side. LGBT Americans faced limited access to health care and insurance.
Methodology: For GLAAD's third annual report, we divided our analysis of reports into two sections (network & cable) and found neither section provided statistics that specifically addressed lesbian, gay and transgender characters as independent groups, therefore requiring us to read every word to get some info about the ladies. We suspect this decision was made because lumping gays, lesbians, transpeople and bisexuals together makes it less depressing.
AACS Atlanta delivers a culturally competent and loving staff that knows firsthand what it takes to recover as an LGBTQ individual. Call 404-793-6838
June is National Pride Month, an event where visibility and acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities are encouraged. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, we had to rethink how to celebrate this year. As early as April, the usual Pride parades, festivals, and parties were cancelled. Not being able to celebrate Pride Month in the same ways […]
An investigation by the Guardian shows there’s still a long way to go before black and ethnic minority people are properly represented on the covers of many glossy monthlies
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