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Seeking Asylum: Challenges Faced by the LGB Community.
Linda Piwowarczyk1,2, Pedro Fernandez3,4, Anita Sharma5
1Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA. piwo@bu.edu.
Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health
|March 16, 2016
Summary
Lesbian, gay, and bisexual survivors of torture often faced severe persecution, including forced marriage and violence, due to their sexual orientation. All survivors in this study experienced depression and anxiety, highlighting the need for specialized care.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Sexual orientation-based persecution is a significant global issue.
- Survivors of torture often present with complex medical and psychological needs.
- LGBTQ+ individuals fleeing persecution face unique traumatic experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the experiences of lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) survivors of torture.
- To identify the types of persecution and trauma LGB individuals endured.
- To understand the health implications for LGB torture survivors.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective chart review of LGB patients in a torture survivor program.
- Data collected from June 9, 2009, to December 31, 2014.
- Analysis of patient demographics, persecution details, and health outcomes.
Main Results:
- 98% experienced persecution due to sexual orientation; 84% were torture survivors.
- Traumatic disclosure of sexual orientation, forced marriage, and relationship tragedies were common.
- Women faced displacement, rape, and threats; men faced street persecution.
- All participants presented with depression and anxiety symptoms.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare providers must recognize the severe trauma experienced by LGB individuals fleeing persecution.
- Medical, social, psychological, and legal support is crucial for LGB torture survivors.
- Attunement to sexual orientation-based trauma is essential for effective patient care.
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