Admin The LGBT Community is a loosely defined group of individuals, consisting of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people, and other members of the queer community. These members share a common culture and social movements, and generally celebrate individuality, diversity, and sexuality. Here are some common terms used in the LGBT Community and how they are related to each other. Hopefully you can learn more about the community and its members.
Commonalities
While the LGBT community is highly diverse, many aspects are shared. These commonalities include a commitment to social justice and the desire to be treated as human beings. The next section explores these commonalities and key differences within the LGBT population. Read on to learn more. Listed below are some of the commonalities of the LGBT community. These people are often marginalized by society because of their sexual orientation and gender identity. The social stigma that they face is a major cause of their health disparities.
Differences
The current data on the health of LGBT people are mostly based on convenience samples of LGBT people living in specific cities or states. This patchwork of data is too incomplete to guide health care planning for the LGBT community. Several recent state health surveys have included questions about sexual orientation or gender identity, but there are still significant gaps in the overall knowledge about LGBT health. Further, these data are often not representative enough to determine the most effective ways to reach and serve the LGBT population.
Impact of discrimination
The prevalence of sexual orientation-related discrimination is high among the LGBT community. However, these effects are not universal. For example, LGBT people who experienced discrimination were more likely to change their lifestyles as a result. They may even decide where they will live or work, just because they fear discrimination. Researchers concluded that discrimination is a widespread threat to LGBT people’s well-being. It negatively affects their physical and spiritual well-being. In addition, 38.5 percent of LGBT survey respondents said that discrimination negatively affected their school and work environment.
Common terms
There are millions of people in the United States who identify as members of the LGBT community. As such, they have their own language and face many challenges in our society. By learning common terms of this community, you can be a good ally and help spread understanding. Many of these terms were first used by straight white people but have recently been reclaimed by the LGBTQ community. We’ve listed a few below:
Common issues
Despite widespread acceptance of LGBTQ identities, many individuals still face discrimination and stigma in society. These issues can negatively impact the delivery of health care, especially for younger people. For instance, young LGBT individuals may be uncomfortable discussing their sexual identity with their clinicians, which can result in a poor therapeutic alliance and an insufficient level of illness-related education. Furthermore, inadequate screening and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases can result in inadequate interventions and prevention.
Current state of activism
During the Cold War, the LGBT community was not well known for its political activism, but this changed as World War II brought large numbers of young people into major cities, and the government’s crackdown on homosexuality made it more visible. While the backlash was fierce, the movement’s broader awareness spurred the first American demands for fair treatment of gays and lesbians in the fields of mental health and public policy.
Impact of the Pulse nightclub attack
The Pulse shooting is being described as a hate crime against the LGBTQ community, though it is unlikely that the shooter intended this specific target. The attack unfolded in real time and has been framed as a revenge attack by the killer, Omar Mateen. There have been numerous allegations and theories surrounding the motives of the killer, including a rumor that he was gay and targeted the LGBT community in a hate crime. The Orlando attack has left the LGBTQ community reeling, and the aftermath of this event has yet to be seen.
