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52: The Umbrella Hour with Dr. An Goldbauer & Zander Keig LCSW - Episode 52
52: The Umbrella Hour with Dr. An Goldbauer & Zander Keig LCSW - Episode 52
52: The Umbrella Hour with Dr. An Goldbauer & Zander Keig LCSW - Episode 52
Monday 2nd September 2024
Explore how dementia uniquely impacts the LGBTQIA+ community with insights from Dr. Jason D. Flatt on The Umbrella Hour.
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Episode Overview
- The LGBTQIA+ community faces unique challenges in dementia care.
- Traditional studies often overlook sexual orientation and gender identity.
- Higher rates of early dementia diagnosis and mortality are seen in LGBTQIA+ individuals.
- Cognitive reserve can help mitigate some risks associated with dementia.
- The LGBTQ Caregivers Center provides valuable resources for caregivers.
A big piece is we don't know a lot because the community has not been included in research.
The Umbrella Hour brings another compelling episode with hosts Dr. An Goldbauer, a clinical sexologist, and Zander Keig, a licensed clinical social worker. This time, they welcome Dr. Jason D. Flatt, an assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Dr. Flatt’s research focuses on the health and needs of diverse sexual and gender minorities, especially those living with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases.
His work sheds light on the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community in accessing proper healthcare and support services. Dr. Flatt discusses the significant gaps in research concerning the LGBTQIA+ community and dementia. He highlights that traditional studies often overlook sexual orientation and gender identity, leading to a lack of data on how these diseases impact this community.
He shares findings from various studies, including one from Northern California that shows an earlier age of dementia diagnosis and higher mortality rates among LGBTQIA+ individuals. The conversation also touches on the importance of cognitive reserve and how keeping the brain active can help mitigate some risks associated with dementia. Dr. Flatt talks about his involvement with the LGBTQ Caregivers Center, a virtual resource hub providing support and information for caregivers within the community.
This episode is packed with valuable insights into the intersection of dementia and LGBTQIA+ issues, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding these unique challenges. Tune in to hear more about Dr. Flatt’s groundbreaking research and his efforts to create more inclusive healthcare solutions. Are you ready to gain a deeper understanding of how dementia impacts the LGBTQIA+ community? Don’t miss out on this enlightening discussion!