The LGBTQ+ community has a long-documented history of heavy substance use and abuse. Today, an estimated 4.5% of the U.S. population identifies as LGBTQ+, but over 7 million LGBTQ+ persons struggle with substance use disorders including addiction to alcohol and drugs. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer persons are more vulnerable and more susceptible to [...]
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