Ep. 20: Minorities & Addiction: LGBTQEp. 20: Minorities & Addiction: LGBTQ
Right Turn Radio Podcast
The LGBT community is struggling with equality in more ways than one. Did you know that substance...
38:07•18 Jul 2014
LGBTQ & Addiction: Facing Unique Challenges with Frank Busconi
“Sobriety could be a form of radical resistance to a world that wants us to be too drunk or too high to really feel the pain.”
Ever thought about the unique hurdles the LGBTQ community faces in battling addiction? In this episode of Right Turn Radio, hosts Jon Cohan, Abby Dean, and Woody Giessmann sit down with Frank Busconi from Fenway Health to discuss the higher rates of substance abuse among gay and transgender individuals. They explore why specialized services are crucial for this community and how societal pressures like homophobia contribute to these challenges.
Frank shares his insights on the power of peer support, emphasizing how seeing others who’ve faced similar struggles can be incredibly motivating. The conversation also touches on sobriety as an act of self-love and resistance against a world that often marginalizes LGBTQ individuals. This episode offers a compassionate look at the complexities of addiction within the LGBTQ community, providing valuable insights and encouragement for anyone affected by these issues.
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