LGBT & Mental Health
Introduction
Please note that this course can be delivered anywhere in the UK.
LGBT people are at significantly higher risk than heterosexual people of suicidal feelings, self harm, drug and alcohol misuse and having mental health problems (King M el al 2008, Suicide and deliberate self harm in LGBT people). Basic findings by CSIP have linked poor mental health to the experience of homophobia and bullying.
Aims
Participants will increase their awareness of the issues experienced on a personal, community and institutional level by Lesbians, Gay men, Bisexuals and Transsexual people and communities.
Who is this workshop for?
The workshop is suitable for anyone working or living with LGBT Mental Health Service Users including, mental health/social services social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors, voluntary sector workers, friends and family.
Course summary
- Statistics, facts and terminology
- The effects on discrimination and homophobia on mental health
- Use of language
- How developing sexuality and related issues around “coming out” affect psychological development and mental wellbeing
- Understanding equality and diversity
- Developing socially inclusive practices and services
- Further resources
Course summary
1 day (lunch not included)
Cost
£95 – Statutory and non-statutory sectors
£60 – Voluntary sector and students
£25 -Service users and carers