The medicalization of homosexuality is the process by which homosexual behavior was classified as a medical condition that needed to be treated or "cured." This practice dates back to ancient times...
The term "heteronormativity" refers to the assumption that everyone is straight and cisgendered (i.e., assigned at birth with their biological gender identity matching their gender expression), which...
What is an evidence-based practice? Evidence-based practice involves using the most up-to-date research findings to guide clinical decisions and policy development within healthcare systems. It...
Despite significant progress toward acceptance and legal protections for LGBTQ+ communities, many systemic barriers remain that prevent access to quality healthcare. These include lack of insurance...
The purpose of this article is to explore how structural inequities in healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, nonbinary, agender, bigender, pansexual,...
There has been growing awareness of the intersectional nature of social identities and how they impact people's experiences. This is especially true for members of the LGBTQ community who may face...
How can healthcare systems integrate LGBTQ-inclusive practices while addressing implicit biases among providers to improve patient outcomes?
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges when accessing...
When it comes to providing comprehensive and inclusive healthcare services that cater to the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals, there is still much progress to be made. While some strides have been taken...
What Barriers Do Older LGBTQ Adults Face in Accessing Healthcare, Social Services, and Community Support
Older LGBTQ adults face several barriers in accessing healthcare, social services, and...
In order to ensure that all individuals have access to quality healthcare regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, it is essential for institutions to adopt policies and practices...