Work

A qualitative study of reasons to use substances and substance use treatment experiences among transgender and gender diverse adults in Rhode Island

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: • Motivation for substance use and interest in substance use treatment varied. • Substances were used to self-treat mental health concerns. • Multi-level barriers were experienced across substance use treatment types. • More TGD professionals of color are needed in substance use treatment settings. • Providers need training in care for TGD patients and referral processes.

Source: SSM - Qualitative Research in Health

DOI: 10.1016/j.ssmqr.2024.100399

Authors: Patrick J.A. Kelly, Paige Myers-Matthews, Alexandra B. Collins, Hill L. Wolfe, Cameron Miller-Jacobs, Madison Davis, Haley Adrian, Victoria Briody, Yohansa Fernández, Don Operario, Jaclyn M.W. Hughto

Institutions: Brown University, Pacific University, Boston University, Emory University, Fenway Health

Language: English

Topic: LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,450

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of General Medical Sciences, National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities

Awards: G1175778456, G4305613409, G866283349, G9000249432

OpenAlex ID: W4391738144

FWCI: 2.818

Cites: 60

Cited by: 6

Related to: 10