[Symposium 2] Global perspectives on LGBTQ+ Mental Health

[SY-2-01] LGBTQI+ Mental Health in the Philippines

*Victoria Patricia C. dela Llana (University of the Philippines College of Medicine(Philippines))

Gender nonconforming individuals are a part of Filipino society. They are more likely to use substances and experience symptoms of mental ill-health compared to their gender conforming counterparts. Local institutions and organizations have mobilized and are active in education and clinical care for this population, but there is much work to be done.