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[GA-2-02]Attitude, Awareness and Clinical Competency Among Physicians of the National Center for Mental Health Towards the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Community
*Charisse Jae Rongcal Faa1, Sharlene Mae Palma Ongoco1 (1. National Center for Mental Health (Philippines))
キーワード：
LGBT healthcare、LGBT-DOCCS、Physician attititudes、Medical education、Mental health
Introduction:
LGBT Filipinos continue to face a multitude of minority stressors from society due to the continuous clash between their values and those of the dominant culture which contribute to high rates of depression, anxiety and stress. Mental health requirements of LGBT Filipinos are difficult to address due to the dearth of service providers who respect SOGIE.
Objective:
This study investigated physicians' clinical competency, attitudes, and awareness regarding the LGBT community at the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH), a level 3 special research and training center and hospital in the Philippines. It aimed to identify the sociodemographic factors influencing these variables and the relationships between them. NCMH physicians are in a unique position intervene and enhance subpar mental health outcomes of the LGBT community.
Methods:
A survey-based quantitative methodology was employed using a descriptive correlational research design. The study included a total of 58 psychiatrists and 115 medical physicians working at the National Center for Mental Health. The study assessed physician demographics, training, and their attitude, awareness, and clinical competency. Participants were recruited through non-probability convenience sampling based on their available time. Data was collected through LGBT-DOCSS survey questionnaire.
Results:
The results indicated that years of practice, specialty (psychiatry vs. other medical fields), and LGBT-related training hours were significantly associated with differences in physician attitudes, awareness, and preparedness. Younger physicians, those in psychiatry, and those with more LGBT-related training demonstrated higher levels of awareness and more favorable attitudes.
Conclusion:
The study concluded that structured LGBT health education in medical curricula and specialized training programs are essential to improve physician competency and promote inclusive healthcare practices. Direct patient exposure alone is insufficient without formal training. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to address gaps in knowledge and promote positive attitudes towards the LGBT community among healthcare professionals.
LGBT Filipinos continue to face a multitude of minority stressors from society due to the continuous clash between their values and those of the dominant culture which contribute to high rates of depression, anxiety and stress. Mental health requirements of LGBT Filipinos are difficult to address due to the dearth of service providers who respect SOGIE.
Objective:
This study investigated physicians' clinical competency, attitudes, and awareness regarding the LGBT community at the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH), a level 3 special research and training center and hospital in the Philippines. It aimed to identify the sociodemographic factors influencing these variables and the relationships between them. NCMH physicians are in a unique position intervene and enhance subpar mental health outcomes of the LGBT community.
Methods:
A survey-based quantitative methodology was employed using a descriptive correlational research design. The study included a total of 58 psychiatrists and 115 medical physicians working at the National Center for Mental Health. The study assessed physician demographics, training, and their attitude, awareness, and clinical competency. Participants were recruited through non-probability convenience sampling based on their available time. Data was collected through LGBT-DOCSS survey questionnaire.
Results:
The results indicated that years of practice, specialty (psychiatry vs. other medical fields), and LGBT-related training hours were significantly associated with differences in physician attitudes, awareness, and preparedness. Younger physicians, those in psychiatry, and those with more LGBT-related training demonstrated higher levels of awareness and more favorable attitudes.
Conclusion:
The study concluded that structured LGBT health education in medical curricula and specialized training programs are essential to improve physician competency and promote inclusive healthcare practices. Direct patient exposure alone is insufficient without formal training. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to address gaps in knowledge and promote positive attitudes towards the LGBT community among healthcare professionals.