Improving Emotional and Behavioral Outcomes for LGBT Youth: A Guide for Professionals

Fisher, Sylvia K. PhD

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Brookes, Paul H.
ISBN:	1-59857-082-X (159857082X)
ISBN-13:	978-1-59857-082-3 (9781598570823)
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2012
Publish Date:	07/12
Weight:	1.04 Lbs.
Pages:	318
Subject Class:	EDU (Education)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 12 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.

Class Specifications
LC Class:	RJ506
Abstract:	Despite growing social acceptance, many young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) experience harassment and bullying, family rejection, and social stigmatization putting them at high risk for depression and other mental health challenges. How should the mental health community best respond? Answers can be found in this book, which provides a road map to practices, interventions, and policies that will make a positive difference for LGBT youth and their families. Offering clear and practical information not available in any other volume, this book gives readers the research-based knowledge and recommended practices they need to work toward a stronger system of care and services and supports for LGBT youth and their families. Mental health administrators, policy makers, program developers, and school psychologists. ... With this urgently needed guide to evidence-based, family-driven, youth-guided, and culturally and linguistically competent practices and policies, mental health and other professionals will advance systems of care that improve outcomes for LGBT youth and their families.