How LGBTQ + adults' experiences of multiple disadvantage impact upon their health and social care service pathways in the UK & Ireland: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite increased awareness of the significant health and healthcare inequalities experienced by minoritised groups, limited research considers the interaction of multiple domains of social disadvantage. This review therefore sought to explore how LGBTQ + adults' experiences of homelessness, substance use, and criminal justice involvement impact upon their access to and use of health and social care services in the UK and Ireland.

Methods

A qualitative scoping review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA-ScR framework. Electronic database and web searches identified 26 eligible peer-reviewed and grey literature documents published between 2010-2024. The data were charted, coded, and knowledge gaps identified.

Results

Data were coded thematically, clus

SUBMITTER: Adley M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11823026 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature