Episode 36 | Exploring The Impact of Stigma on LGBTQ Children and Youth

In this month’s episode, Janet engages in a conversation with Dr. Carmen Logie, a faculty member at the Factor Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto and the Canada Research Chair in Global Health Equity and Social Justice with Marginalized Populations.

Carmen's ongoing research centers on HIV testing and treatment across Canada, Uganda, and Jamaica, with a particular focus on how stigma contributes to substandard care and outcomes among marginalized groups. These groups encompass refugee and displaced youth, LGBTQ communities, Indigenous youth, and sex workers.

Throughout the episode, Janet and Carmen delve into the daily stressors experienced by LGBTQ individuals and their profound impact on the mental well-being of young people, often manifesting as self-hatred and internalized stigma. Carmen underscores the significance of supportive communities and encourages young people to seek connections and positive self-identification as essential sources of help.

For more thought-provoking discussions on stigma and related topics, Carmen hosts a weekly podcast titled Everybody Hates Me: Let’s Talk About Stigma.