Ann Neurol. 2023 Dec 19. doi: 10.1002/ana.26863. Online ahead of print.

ABSTRACT

Sex, sexuality and gender diversity (SSGD) is understudied and underserved in neurology. Neurology research inclusive of LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual transgender, queer, intersex, asexual) people is limited. Existing research struggles with paucity of neurology studies collecting SSGD data, conflation of sex and gender, lack of precision in measures, neglect of younger and older populations, nebulous benefit to community, and absent intersectionality. Future directions in SSGD neurology research include precise and community-based measurements, respect for LGBTQIA+ colleagues, and the application of minority stress models. All patients stand to benefit from research which elucidates how SSG variables influence neurological health. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

PMID:38112171 | DOI:10.1002/ana.26863