Gay & Lesbian Health Victoria

Crystal clear: The social determinants of gay men’s use of crystal methamphetamine in Victoria

This monograph offers a comparative analysis of epidemiological, behavioural and social research on crystal methamphetamine use among gay men living in Melbourne and gay men living in other urban centres in Australia, the US, and the UK.

LGBT young people's experiences of distress: resilience, ambivalence and self-destructive behaviour

This article appeared in the Health and Social Care in the Community journal in May 2008. The article has a UK focus. You will need to have a subscription to the journal to view it online, or approach your library to obtain it. The citation details are included in this entry.

From Margins to Mainstream: 5th World Conference

From Margins to Mainstream: 5th World Conference on the Promotion of Mental Health and the Prevention of Mental and Behavioral Disorders

Something borrowed, something new: Addressing increased rates of HIV and STI transmission among gay men in Victoria

This action plan provides a framework for addressing increased rates of HIV and STI transmission among gay men in Victoria. It uses epidemiological and behavioural and other data to develop an integrated policy, program and service response that relies on a renewal of the partnership between government, gay and lesbian community and professional organisations, and the health and academic sectors.

Thriving as a bisexual or queer woman - tips on how to flourish

This document brings together stories from 20 Australian women who identify as bi or queer and who are leading thriving lives. They agreed to be interviewed and to share their wisdom about how to thrive as a queer or bi woman: sharing some of the ways they find fulfilment, support, joy and sustenance for themselves.

Lesbian Zest - How to thrive and flourish

This publication takes what twenty seven lesbians say about where they get support and what helps them to flourish. They also offered advice and tips on how to thrive as a lesbian.

Are you looking for a gay and lesbian friendly doctor or counsellor?

GLHV doesn't have a protocol for recommending individual doctors but can point you to some directories which may help.

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Best practice models for the assessment, treatment and care of transgender people and people with transsexualism:

This paper summarises the literature regarding the treatment, assessment and care of transgender people and people with transsexualism; and outlines possible program enhancements that would contribute to the development of best practice.