For many gay men, we struggle with minority stress and discrimination on a daily basis. Along with childhood trauma and gay shame, this adversity causes some to turn to alcohol as a form of self-medicating. In fact, the rate of substance abuse is estimated to be between 20 to 30 percent in LGBTQ+ people compared to 9 percent for the general population.In this episode, we’re taking a look at why members of the LGBQT+ community are more likely to be impacted by alcoholism and how to seek out LGBTQ+-friendly treatment.Additional Resources:Gay and Bisexual Men's Health: Substance AbuseWhy Do Gay Men Sometimes Struggle with Substance Abuse?Gay and Alcoholic: Epidemiologic and Clinical IssuesThe Influence of Gender and Sexual Orientation on Alcohol Use and Alcohol-Related ProblemsLGBTQ Alcoholism17. Mobsters & Mos: How the Mafia Owned Gay Nightlife26. Gay & AnxiousLGBTQ & Gay-Friendly Rehabs: Statistics, Risk Factors & TreatmentSupport the show