Brief Introduction to LGBT+ Concerns and Definitions

Course Summary

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) individuals carry a significant risk of the risk of minority stress due to a lack of access to healthcare services and a disparity in health outcomes. There is a need for more LGBT-specific health knowledge and communication skills by health professionals involved in the care of LGBT+ people. Identifying and intervening to stop bullying and harmful treatment of minority groups, including LGBT+ groups across the age spectrum has been increasingly published in the literature in terms of state laws and public policies aimed at reducing potential maltreatment. Efforts to improve the healthcare environment by making it safe and welcoming so that LGBT+ patients can openly seek and understand their treatment options is discussed. A case report of hormonal therapy in a transgender male is presented that reviews professional guidelines for health clinicians when reviewing the benefits and risks of treatment with patients.