Health service experiences of LGBTQA adults in Australia with psychotic disorders, common mental disorders and physical health conditions: Findings from the Private Lives 3 national survey

Abstract

Background: Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, asexual or aromantic and more (LGBTQA+) populations face disparities in health outcomes, which are particularly pronounced in relation to mental health. While psychotic disorders are associated with added barriers to treatment, they are rarely included in conversations around improving healthcare for LGBTQA+ individuals. The present study compared the healthcare experiences reported by LGBTQA+ individuals with psychotic disorders, common mental disorders (anxiety and depressive disorders) and physical health conditions. Methods: A large online cross-sectional survey of LGBTQA+ adults in Australia was completed by 6835 ind..