Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health Issues, Disparities, and Information Resources

Abstract

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons, while widely diverse in many ways, share health disparities related to the stigma and discrimination they experience, including disproportionate rates of psychiatric disorders, substance abuse, and suicide. Lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, and the transgender communities have additional health concerns and disparities unique to each population. This paper highlights the national recognition of these health issues and disparities and presents web-based information resources about them and their mitigation.

KEYWORDS:

• Bisexual
• gay
• health disparities
• health issues
• lesbian
• LGBT
• transgender

Acknowledgments

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