BC ECHO on Substance Use
BC Centre on Substance Use
Gender affirming substance use care for trans and gender diverse youth
Gender affirming substance use care for trans and gender diverse youth
Gender affirming substance use care for trans and gender diverse youth
Thursday 13th March 2025
Explore gender-affirming substance use care for trans youth with David P. Ball, Dr. Marcus Greatheart, and guests Toby and Alec.
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Get the buttons here!Creating Safe Spaces: Gender-Affirming Substance Use Care for Trans Youth
Episode Overview
- Use inclusive language and consistently use chosen names and pronouns.
- Create visible affirmations like pride flags and gender-neutral restroom signs.
- Implement trauma-informed care practices to build trust.
- Seek patient feedback and address discrimination continuously.
- Provide practical support for accessing medications and services.
I think we kind of need to get over ourselves and allow ourselves to make mistakes.
In this episode of Addiction Practice Pod, journalist David P. Ball and Dr. Marcus Greatheart, a family physician and social worker, dive into the importance of gender-affirming substance use care for trans and gender-diverse youth. The episode features Toby and Alec from the Substance Use Beyond the Binary Youth Action Committee at the BC Centre on Substance Use, who share their lived experiences with substance use and the challenges they face in accessing gender-affirming care. Dr.
Andrea Moyer, a family physician specialising in trans care, also joins to discuss practical ways to create inclusive and supportive environments for these young people. The conversation covers systemic barriers, trauma-informed approaches, and the significance of using inclusive language and creating safe spaces. The episode is a valuable resource for healthcare providers looking to improve their practice and better serve trans and gender-diverse youth.
With insights from both professionals and those with lived experience, this episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to equitable healthcare.