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Online psychological intervention with LGBT clients in Portugal

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  13 August 2021

H. Pereira  and
M. Figueira
H. Pereira*
Affiliation:
Ubi, Research Centre in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development, Covilha, Portugal Psychology And Education, University of Beira Interior, Covilha, Portugal Cics-ubi, Centre for Research in Health Sciences, Covilha, Portugal
M. Figueira
Affiliation:
Ubi, Research Centre in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development, Covilha, Portugal
*
*Corresponding author.

Abstract

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Introduction

This is a quasi-experimental and pioneering study in Portugal.

Objectives

(1) to provide assessment materials for symptoms of internalized homophobia, depression, and anxiety targeted at LGBT people; (2) offer support materials for psychotherapeutic work-oriented in the areas of internalized homonegativity, depression, and anxiety; and (3) offer monitoring measures throughout the program to demonstrate changes. It consists of three phases (pre-program evaluation, therapeutic activities and post-program evaluation).

Methods

38 LGBT + individuals participated, average age was 34.15 years, 30 self-identified as male. Measures used for the pre and post-intervention assessment were the sociodemographic questionnaire, the LGBT identity questionnaire, the Rosenberg self-esteem scale, and the BSI-18. Participants were invited to join the program online, through a platform created for this purpose, where ethical aspects were clarified, namely: confidentiality and commitment to adherence. Therapeutic tasks were sent by email or WhatsApp depending on the preference of each participant.

Results

Relevant differences in internalized homophobia, depressive, and anxious symptoms between the pre and post-intervention moments were observed, indicating that the program is effective in changing these symptoms.

Conclusions

The importance of validating this type of program allows reaching “hidden” populations by offering online support that minimizes the effects of sexual stigma on LGBT + populations.

Keywords

DepressionAnxietyLGBTOnline intervention
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European Psychiatry , Volume 64 , Special Issue S1: Abstracts of the 29th European Congress of Psychiatry , April 2021 , pp. S345
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