Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane, Beck Gee-Cohen
Adolescent Substance Use and Recovery In The LGBTQ+ Community with Beck Gee-Cohen
Adolescent Substance Use and Recovery In The LGBTQ+ Community with Beck Gee-Cohen
Adolescent Substance Use and Recovery In The LGBTQ+ Community with Beck Gee-Cohen
Thursday 21st January 2021
Join Brenda Zane and Beck Gee-Cohen as they discuss supporting LGBTQ+ teens through substance use and recovery, focusing on safe spaces and positive representation.
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It's hard to you know, I can hold both of those things. I was in that stage for So Many Years of being completely exhausted and then also just feeling like why am I even doing this? And but young adults, it's just, it's a little harder for parents, I think you know to right, have some buy in.
Parenting a teenager or young adult through substance misuse is already a tough journey. Add in the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth, and it can feel even more overwhelming. In this episode of Hopestream, host Brenda Zane chats with Beck Gee-Cohen about the intricate dynamics of adolescent substance use and recovery within the LGBTQ+ community.
Beck, who has over a decade of experience in the mental health and substance use field, shares his personal and professional insights on how best to support these young individuals. Beck opens up about his own experiences growing up, struggling with substance use while navigating his identity. He explains why many LGBTQ+ teens turn to drugs and alcohol as a coping mechanism and highlights the importance of authenticity in their recovery journey.
One key takeaway from their discussion is the need for safe spaces where LGBTQ+ youth feel seen and heard. The episode also delves into practical considerations, such as rooming accommodations for trans kids in treatment centers. Beck emphasizes that while safety is paramount, shared rooms can also foster understanding and empathy among all youth. He recounts how one treatment center's inclusive rooming policy became a pioneering model for others. Politics and representation are other significant topics in this conversation.
Beck shares poignant stories of trans youth affected by political decisions and underscores the importance of positive LGBTQ+ representation in media. These elements play a crucial role in shaping societal attitudes and, consequently, the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals. This episode is a treasure trove of valuable insights for parents navigating the complexities of their child's substance use and identity. Beck's blend of personal anecdotes and professional advice offers a compassionate guide to supporting LGBTQ+ teens through their recovery journey.