Episode 91: LGBTQ+ Health

Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ+) youth are at increased risk of poor health outcomes.  They experience disproportionate amounts of stigma, harassment and discrimination compared to their counterparts. Dr. Nadia Scott, Director of SBH's adolescent health services, discusses ways that LGBTQ+ youth can explore their sexuality safely.

Video: https://youtu.be/4XifqenDGqs

Resources:

Family Acceptance Project:  https://familyproject.sfsu.edu/
Gay and Lesbian Medical Association: http://www.glma.org/
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network: https://www.glsen.org/
GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders: https://www.glad.org/

 

 

 

 

 

Host: Faith Daniel