100726: Social Work Practice with Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Adolescents

About the Course:

The author addresses social work practice with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) youth. Identity development, including disclosure and the emergence of sexuality are discussed, along with family and school issues. Particular emphasis is given to a number of risk factors that GLBT youth encounter: emotional distress, isolation, internalized homophobia/transphobia, depression, substance abuse, suicide, violence/victimization, family conflict, school performance, sexually transmitted diseases, and pregnancy. Guidelines for social work practice with GLBT youth are presented.COURSE SYLLABUS I. GLBT Adolescent Development II. Family Issues III. The School Environment IV. Diversity Among GLBT Youth V. Risk Factors VI. Protective Factors

Journal/Publisher:

Families in Society (Alliance for Children and Families)

Publication Date:

2004 /Vol. 85, No. 1

Author

Deana F. Morrow, PhD, LPC, LCSW, ACSW

About the Author:

Department of Social Work University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Recommended For:

This course is recommended for social workers, counselors, psychologists, and other human services and behavioral health professionals who seek knowledge about gender and sexuality issues. It is appropriate for participants with all levels of knowledge about the topic.

Course Objectives:

1. Describe identity development, family issues, school issues, and risk factors regarding GLBT youth.

2. Describe social work practice guidelines for working with GLBT youth.