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LGBT Curricula - SAMHSA releases new resource report

Submitted by Administrator on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 09:55

In 2012, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) began a project to identify and review existing curricula to help behavioral health and primary care practitioners assess, treat, and refer LGBT clients in a culturally competent manner. This collaboration is part of the commitment made by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to improve LGBT health and well-being. They are pleased report that they have identified some excellent resources.

A list of federally-supported curricula identified by SAMHSA and HRSA staff and technical assistance providers that are available for Continuing Medical Education/Continuing Education Unit (CME/CEU) credit are available on their websites at http://samhsa.gov/lgbt/curricula.aspx and http://www.hrsa.gov/lgbt/.

While these are important resources, they understand there may be gaps where SAMHSA and HRSA can consider how to further support the education of primary and behavioral health providers about the unique health needs of LGBT individuals. You can send comments to lgbt@hrsa.gov<mailto:lgbt@hrsa.gov.