“It’s called homophobia baby” exploring LGBTQ + substance use and treatment experiences in the UK

Original research
par
Murray, Shannon, Katy Holloway & Marian Buhociu

Date de publication

2023

Géographie

UK

Langue de la ressource

English

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Oui

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Oui

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

Gender and sexual minority/minoritized groups are at a higher risk of substance misuse and related harm compared to the rest of the population. However, limited research has focused on understanding the extent of these issues and the support needs of all minoritized groups within the LGBTQ + population.

Constatations/points à retenir

Cannabis, ecstasy, and cocaine were commonly used substances, while some participants reported consuming high levels of alcohol. Many respondents highlighted the role of “stigma” and peer pressure within the LGBTQ + communities as a motivator for substance use. Participants expressed a preference for informal support due to fears of “discrimination” from formal treatment services.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Cross-sectional survey (n=38)

Mots clés

About PWUD
2SLGBTQI+
Stigma
Barriers and enablers