A Jaded Gay

56. LGBTQ+ Alcoholism

May 09, 2023 A Jaded Gay Episode 56
A Jaded Gay
56. LGBTQ+ Alcoholism
Show Notes

For many gay men, we struggle with minority stress and discrimination on a daily basis. Along with childhood trauma and gay shame, this adversity causes some to turn to alcohol as a form of self-medicating. In fact, the rate of substance abuse is estimated to be between 20 to 30 percent in LGBTQ+ people compared to 9 percent for the general population.

In this episode, we’re taking a look at why members of the LGBQT+ community are more likely to be impacted by alcoholism and how to seek out LGBTQ+-friendly treatment.

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