Connecticut Certification Board
Connecticut Certification Board
The Unique Needs of Transgender Individuals, Part 1: An understanding of Terms and Concepts
The Unique Needs of Transgender Individuals, Part 1: An understanding of Terms and Concepts
The Unique Needs of Transgender Individuals, Part 1: An understanding of Terms and Concepts
Thursday 13th August 2020
Join Dr. Fred Dombrowski as he discusses the unique needs of transgender individuals in substance abuse treatment, emphasizing affirming care and understanding gender identity.
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Get the buttons here!Supporting Transgender Individuals: Navigating Substance Abuse Treatment
When we do not at least try to affirm an individual, we will push them away and make it more likely that substance use, co-occurring mental health, any of those other things are going to be exacerbated.
When it comes to substance abuse treatment, understanding the unique needs of the transgender community is crucial. In this episode of 'Scope of Practice', Dr. Fred Dombrowski from the University of Bridgeport dives into this important topic. Dr. Dombrowski, an expert in treating transgender individuals, sheds light on the complexities of gender dysphoria and the vital importance of grasping gender identity terminology and concepts.
He emphasizes the need for affirming treatment approaches and the use of motivational interviewing skills to foster a strong therapeutic relationship. Moreover, Dr. Dombrowski discusses how hormone therapy can influence substance use and highlights the significance of situational living for transgender individuals. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone involved in substance abuse treatment, particularly those working with the transgender community.