LGBTQ+ Resources
Substance use disorders have a greater effect on LGBTQ+ people than on the heterosexual population. The LGBTQ+ community must overcome several obstacles, including being denied substance abuse treatment because of their sexual identity. However, through the proper understanding and accommodation of LGBTQ+ care principles, substance abuse treatment can be successful.
GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love.
This webpage provides fact sheets, best practices and other resources for supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth. The resources are organized around the recommendations of the Resolution on Gender and Sexual Orientation Diversity in Children and Adolescents in Schools the joint resolution adopted by the American Psychological Association (APA) and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).
Denominational representatives of the Welcoming Church Movement created IWR in November 2002. The purpose of this ecumenical group is to provide the resources to facilitate a paradigm shift in multiple denominations whereby churches become welcoming and affirming of all congregants regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
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This practice brief was developed for families,
caretakers, advocates, and providers to:
• Provide basic information to help families
support their lesbian, gay, bisexual, and
transgender (LGBT) children;
• Give families and LGBT youth hope that
ethnically, religiously, and socially diverse
families, parents, and caregivers can become
more supportive of their LGBT children
Our mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Through comprehensive and customized treatment plans, we instill hope that long-term recovery is possible. Our purpose and passion is to empower you, your family, and your community by helping you achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit.
DrugAbuse.com aims to provide educational content and recovery resources to those struggling with alcohol abuse and drug addiction. We offer original content that explores the causes and effects of addiction and covers news and notable trends in addiction treatment, as well as developments in national and state drug policies.
Rehabs.com was founded in 2011 with two goals in mind: to provide information for those suffering with substance abuse and behavioral addictions — either personally or through loved ones — and to connect those people with the treatment programs that can help them.Rehabs.com is developed and maintained by Recovery Brands, LLC, a subsidiary of American Addiction Centers, Inc. (“AAC”). AAC is a leading provider of both residential and outpatient addiction treatment services.
Rehab Spot helps those struggling with addiction and their families find the information, support, and resources needed to get help.