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Drug-related deaths in the LGBTQ+ community with Emmert Roberts
Drug-related deaths in the LGBTQ+ community with Emmert Roberts
Drug-related deaths in the LGBTQ+ community with Emmert Roberts
Friday 12th December 2025
Dr Emmert Roberts discusses drug-related deaths in the LGBTQ+ community, highlighting unique challenges and calling for improved data collection.
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Episode Overview
- LGBTQ+ individuals face unique challenges in accessing addiction treatment.
- A significant portion of drug-related deaths were intentional.
- Improved data collection on sexual orientation is crucial for targeted interventions.
- Common misconceptions about chemsex need to be addressed.
- Advocacy for inclusive healthcare practices is essential.
These are all people who have died... they have died of preventable drug-related causes.
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this captivating episode of Addiction Audio, Dr Elle Wadsworth sits down with Dr Emmert Roberts, a Consultant Addiction Psychiatrist, to shed light on the pressing issue of drug-related deaths within the LGBTQ+ community.
With a mix of empathy and expertise, Dr Roberts discusses the findings from his research spanning 1997 to 2024, highlighting the unique challenges faced by sexual and gender minorities in accessing treatment and the distinct patterns of drug use within these communities. The episode dives into the nitty-gritty of the study, examining socio-demographic factors, circumstances of death, and implicated drugs.
Listeners are introduced to the sobering reality that a significant portion of these deaths were intentional, underlining the urgent need for targeted mental health support. Dr Roberts' insights into the prevalence of opioids and GHB in these cases paint a vivid picture of the risks involved. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Dr Roberts advocates for improved data collection on sexual orientation and gender identity in drug-related death statistics, a move that could pave the way for better-targeted interventions.
His findings challenge common misconceptions about chemsex and emphasise that many LGBTQ+ individuals face drug-related harms outside sexualised contexts. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of addiction within marginalised communities. It’s a call to action for better healthcare practices and a more inclusive approach to addiction treatment. How can we better support those who are often overlooked in the fight against addiction?