The LGBTQ community faces unique challenges in accessing and receiving addiction treatment. That is compounded by higher rates of substance abuse in the LGBTQ community compared to the general population. The need for quality treatment is high. Unfortunately, many LGBTQ folks face discrimination, prejudice, and mistreatment by people in the medical community who ought to be giving them exceptional care. In response, providers like La Fuente Hollywood have crafted LGBTQ rehab that is designed to value and respect individuals who are diverse in their sexual orientation and gender identity.
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What Is LGBTQ Rehab?
LGBTQ rehab uses many of the same approaches and treatment methods as traditional addiction rehab. The key difference is that LGBTQ rehab is designed to support and meet the needs of people who identify as LGBTQ. This is incredibly important because homophobia and prejudice remain rampant in society today. The medical community is not immune to this scourge.
Dealing with the root causes of addiction requires a deep regard for the value and dignity of each individual who receives treatment. LGBTQ rehab provides a space where people can fully express themselves, work through difficult emotions, and embrace their identities. LGBTQ rehab centers may not be able to eliminate cultural victimization and discrimination against the LGBTQ community. But they can help people figure out how to navigate society without feeling a need to resort to drug abuse as a form of self-medication, escapism, or something else.
Benefits of LGBTQ Drug Rehab
People who identify as LGBTQ are free to seek treatment wherever they would like. They may have positive, successful experiences with a traditional treatment provider. Successful recovery, no matter where it occurs, is always worth celebrating. At the same time, LGBTQ drug rehab offers specific benefits that are worth paying attention to when figuring out where to access treatment. A few of the biggest benefits of LGBTQ rehab centers are explored below.
Experienced Staff
Staff at LGBTQ rehab centers are trained to deliver treatment in ways that are inclusive and equitable. Oftentimes, the majority of staff working at an LGBTQ rehab center themselves identify as LGBTQ. This means they can relate to their clients and understand the challenges they’ve experienced with cultural stigmatization and identity acceptance.
Peer Support
Peer support is an incredible benefit during addiction treatment. Nobody wants to feel alone or isolated during the recovery process. Knowing you have other people besides you who want to succeed and want to see you succeed makes a big difference.
Sense of Belonging
So much of society still tells LGBTQ folks that they do not belong or are not welcome. LGBTQ rehab is the exact opposite. It provides a welcoming space where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their whole selves.
Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment
Mental health issues commonly overlap with addiction. LGBTQ rehab prioritizes treating mental health disorders at the same time as substance abuse disorders. This leads to better treatment outcomes and lasting recovery since it takes time to deal with the root causes of addiction.
Understanding Addiction and Mental Health
Addiction and mental health issues are commonly seen together. This remains true for people from the LGBTQ community. Anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder are common among people who identify as LGBTQ for some of the following reasons:
- Discrimination
- Prejudice
- Family rejection
- Sexual or physical abuse
- Lack of physical safety
The answer to these intertwined problems is co-occurring disorder treatment. LGBTQ rehab centers understand how substance abuse and mental health influence one another and implement comprehensive treatment plans in response.
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