LGBTQ+ Recommended Reading
Talking to your health provider about your sexual orientation or gender identity can be difficult. That's why we have collected a list of essential reading that may make those tough conversations a bit easier.
Glossary of Terms
The National LGBT Health Education Center provides a glossary of terms most relevant to the health care of those who identify as LGBTQ+.
LGBTQ+ Communities and Mental Health
Mental Health America has a website with useful statistics, educational materials, and sources.
Do Ask, Do Tell
The National LGBT Health Education Center has a helpful pamphlet covering coming out to your provider, access to care, and more.
Ten Things Transgender Persons Should Discuss with Their Healthcare Care Provider
GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality provides a helpful list of the most common concerns for transgender persons.
Infographics on Mental Health in the LGBTQ+ Community
MentalHelp.net provides infographics on a wide range of subjects that impact the LGBTQ+ community.
The Need to Focus on Individuals with Serious Mental Illness Includes the LGBT Community
Brian Altman, Director of SAMHSA Division of Policy Innovation, discusses the need to be inclusive.