The Patient Population of a No-Cost, Student-Run LGBTQ+ Mental Health Clinic: A Case for Equitable and Trauma-Informed Care.
| Publication Type | Academic Article |
| Authors | Zhou C, Szwed S, Wickersham M, McDarby M, Spellun J, Zonana J |
| Journal | J Gay Lesbian Ment Health |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pagination | 388-401 |
| Date Published | 03/13/2023 |
| ISSN | 1935-9705 |
| Abstract | INTRODUCTION: LGBTQ+ individuals experience disproportionately high rates of mental health disorders. Subpopulations of this community experience unique risk factors and barriers to accessing care. METHOD: This study analyzes chart review data of patients (n=49) of an LGBTQ+-specific, student-run, free mental health clinic in NYC between March 2019 and July 2021. RESULT: Most common diagnoses were mood disorders (55%) and anxiety disorders (53%). 88% of patients reported experiencing lifetime traumatic events; 20% of patients met criteria for PTSD. CONCLUSION: Further research is needed to characterize vulnerable subpopulations to create equitable, accessible, and competent mental health care resources for the LGBTQ+ community. |
| DOI | 10.1080/19359705.2023.2183536 |
| PubMed ID | 39246532 |
| PubMed Central ID | PMC11379365 |