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Commentary Open Access
Volume 1 | Issue 3 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.46439/pediatrics.1.012

Commentary: Utilization of a modified ecomap as a practice approach for identifying and enhancing support networks for LGBTQ youth

  • 1Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, United States
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Corresponding Author

June C. Paul, jpaul@skidmore.edu

Received Date: July 27, 2021

Accepted Date: October 12, 2021

Abstract

There is currently a lack of access to evidence-based practice approaches for working with LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning) youth, especially in terms of identifying and understanding the strength and structure of youths’ relational networks and enhancing their access to supportive resources. This article offers a commentary on the use of a modified ecomapping method as a potential practice strategy to assist providers in analyzing and addressing the support-related needs of LGBTQ youth, and encourages research to evaluate its effectiveness.

Keywords

LGBTQ youth, Ecomap, Practice, Support networks, Strategies

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