Arizona LGBTQIA+ Friendly Alcohol & Drug Rehabs (63)

Arizona LGBTQIA+-Friendly Rehab Centers

The LGBTQIA+ community faces high risks of mental health issues and subsequent addiction throughout the country, and Arizona is far from an exception. Data from the UCLA Williams Institute indicates that LGBT adults in Arizona are significantly more likely to have been diagnosed with a depressive disorder and to be current smokers than non-LGBT adults, 35 percent of LGBT adults in Arizona reported having been diagnosed with a depressive disorder compared to 19 percent of non-LGBT adults, and 28 percent of LGBT adults in the state are current smokers compared to 16 percent of non-LGBT adults. There are numerous cultural and social issues that contribute to these negative outcomes.

Specific Factors Leading to Addiction in the LGBTQIA+ Community

Between consistent discrimination and marginalization in virtually every area of their lives, high rates of assault and fearing for one’s safety, high-risk behaviors, and lack of adequate treatment resources in many communities, it’s fairly clear why so many in the LGBTQIA+ community feel the need to self-medicate with alcohol and other drugs. Additional data from the Williams Institute indicates that LGBTQIA+ students in Arizona are also more than twice as likely as their non-LGB peers to smoke cigarettes and are more likely to report drinking and marijuana use, in addition to other forms of substance use disorder.

Treating Substance Use Disorder in the LGBTQIA+ Population

Effective addiction treatment in the LGBTQIA+ community must include comprehensive medical care and behavioral interventions that address the complex issues that lead to and sustain their substance use disorder. There are more and more Arizona LGBTQIA+-Friendly Rehab Centers that can effectively address the unique care needs of this population. If you or someone you care about needs help, start browsing our database of addiction treatment centers today to find the best option for you or your loved one.