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The American Journal of Family Therapy Volume 48, 2020 - Issue 5
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A Call for Mental Health Treatment in Incarcerated Settings with Transgender Individuals

Eman TadrosDivision of Psychology and Counseling, Governors State University, University Park, Illinois, USA; Correspondence[email protected]
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Erik RiberaDepartment of Counseling, Educational Leadership, and Adult Learning, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA;
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Olivia CampbellDepartment of Counseling, Educational Leadership, and Adult Learning, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA;
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Halle KishDepartment of Counseling, Educational Leadership, and Adult Learning, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA;
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Taylor OgdenSchool of Counseling, University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, USA
Pages 495-508 | Received 12 Dec 2019, Accepted 17 Apr 2020, Published online: 12 May 2020
 
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Abstract

The U.S. correctional system has become the epicenter for public health and mental health crisis. This article discusses literature documenting incarcerated transgender individuals’ mental health treatment. The severity of mental illness treatment issues within the system amongst transgender and other LGBTQ + individuals, clearly displays the need for interventions tailored to this population. Recommended interventions are centered around post traumatic response and cater to those who exist in marginalized populations with consideration given to the significance of family strain and support. Overall, there is a need for a shift in mindset and available services to treat incarcerated transgender individuals.

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