Education and practice developments: Addressing the psychosocial concerns and support needs of LGBT+ people
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McCann, E. Brown, M., Education and practice developments: Addressing the psychosocial concerns and support needs of LGBT+ people, Nurse Education Today, 82, 2019, 15 - 20Abstract:
Background: There has been recent interest in the unique healthcare needs and concerns of
diverse groups from human rights, social inclusion and healthcare access and utilisation
perspectives. However, the distinct psychosocial experiences and needs of LGBT+ people
remains under-researched.
Aims: The aim of the study were to examine the experiences of people who identify as LGBT+
in relation to their distinct psychosocial support needs.
Design: An exploratory qualitative study.
Settings: Hospital and community mental health services
Participants: A total of 20 people identifying as LGBT+ who had used mental health services
participated in the study.
Methods: Data were collected using individual semi-structured interviews. Participants who
consented to take part were recruited to the study and undertook an interview of between 45 and
60 minutes.
Results: Thematic analysis was utilised to systematically highlight the emerging themes within
and across the participant interviews. The main themes were: social aspects and help-seeking;
concerns around supports; psychological treatment options; and LGBT+ culturally competent
services.
Conclusions: The study findings inform the discussion and the implications for nursing practice,
education and research are presented.
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Author: Mc Cann, Edward
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Journal ArticleSeries/Report no:
Nurse Education Today82
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Mental health, Nurses, LGBT, Education, Practice developmentSubject (TCD):
Inclusive Society , Education , LGBT , LGBT+ , LGBTI , MENTAL HEALTH , PSYCHOSOCIAL , practice educationDOI:
10.1080/01612840.2019.1572252Metadata
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