Social Support and Mental Wellness: Evaluating a Peer Support Group for Transgender People
Description/Abstract/Artist Statement
This qualitative study evaluates a local support group program and whether it is beneficial to the mental health of its participants. The population of this study is underrepresented in research, and one vulnerable to a number of risk factors. By understanding the role support groups play in the lives of transgender persons, human service and mental health professionals can build more effective helping relationships with their clients.
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
Dr. Narketta Sparkman-Key
Presentation Type
Poster
Disciplines
Counseling | Other Social and Behavioral Sciences | Social Work
Session Title
Poster Session
Location
Learning Commons @ Perry Library, Northwest Atrium
Start Date
2-3-2018 8:00 AM
End Date
2-3-2018 12:30 PM
Social Support and Mental Wellness: Evaluating a Peer Support Group for Transgender People
Learning Commons @ Perry Library, Northwest Atrium
This qualitative study evaluates a local support group program and whether it is beneficial to the mental health of its participants. The population of this study is underrepresented in research, and one vulnerable to a number of risk factors. By understanding the role support groups play in the lives of transgender persons, human service and mental health professionals can build more effective helping relationships with their clients.