Queer Collective Podcast Why Is Queer Mental Health Worse Than Our Straight Counterparts? ft. June Lam of CAMH
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Dec 12, 2024 Dr. June Lam, a psychiatrist and trans healthcare expert at CAMH, sheds light on the mental health disparities faced by queer individuals. They discuss the impact of minority stress and the importance of addressing systemic issues alongside therapy. With a mix of science and humor, June tackles the complex topic of medical transitions, debunking myths about fast-tracking and discussing the nuanced experiences of detransition. Listeners are provided with practical tips for managing anxiety and setting boundaries, particularly during family gatherings.
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A Friend's Death Shaped His Focus
- June Lam committed to queer mental health after a friend who he'd watched transition died by suicide.
- That loss convinced him to focus his career on addressing health inequities for trans and gender diverse people.
How CBT Changes Mood And Behavior
- CBT links thoughts, behaviors, emotions, and physiology and targets one corner to change others.
- Techniques include behavioral activation, thought records, and physiological breathing exercises.
DBT Adds Practical Skills To CBT
- DBT expands CBT with mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
- DBT teaches concrete skills for high-intensity emotions and relational effectiveness.