Sociocultural factors, such as discrimination and vulnerability to hate crimes, are a major factor in why LGBTQ+ individuals suffer from higher rates of substance abuse than those who are not LGBTQ+.In this presentation, the presenter discusses using the ASAM Criteria as the foundation of efforts to improve treatment for substance use disorder amongst the LGBTQ+ population.
Using the ASAM Criteria as the foundation of efforts to improve treatment for Substance Use Disorder amongst the LGBTQ+ population, Social Workers will be able to:
- Understand acute intoxication and withdrawal potential amongst the LGBTQ + population
- Explore & assess the biomedical conditions and complications faced by LGBTQ + population who are experiencing substance use disorder
- Assess emotional, behavioral, or cognitive conditions and complications
- Understand and assess the stages of change
- Assess relapse, continued use, or continued problem potential amongst the LGBTQ+ population
- Assess how environmental factors such as living arrangements and social support systems impact recovery
Presented by Dr. Amorie Robinson, Ruth Ellis Center & Radical Well-Being Center. This webinar was originally held on 08/12/2021.
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