The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocol
Abstract Background Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, or other sexual orientations and gender identities (2SLGBTQI+) youth face multiple social and structural disparities and barriers that contribute to a sense of mistrust in the provision of healthcare...
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| author | Abbas Jessani Fabio Arriola-Pacheco Alexia Athanasakos Karla Kenny Mario Brondani Herenia P. Lawrence |
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| description | Abstract Background Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, or other sexual orientations and gender identities (2SLGBTQI+) youth face multiple social and structural disparities and barriers that contribute to a sense of mistrust in the provision of healthcare services, including oral health. Cannabis use is also high among 2SLGBTQI+ individuals; however, unknowns exist regarding recreational use and its impact on oral health. Our research aims to explore the intersectionality of 2SLGBTQI+ youth, oral health, and cannabis consumption. Methods This qualitative study, guided by community-based participatory research and interpretative phenomenological approaches, will recruit consenting 2SLGBTQI+ youth, aged 19 and older, accessing services at Youth Opportunities Unlimited in London, Canada. Approximately 25 to 30 participants will be recruited to complete a one-on-one in-depth interview or focus group to collect information on their perception about the relationships between cannabis use and oral health. Discussion Recognizing the self-perceived pathways through which cannabis impacts oral health will prompt the development of theories, raise awareness, and support advocacy efforts for and by 2SLGBTQI+ youth, while also providing valuable insights for the community and healthcare providers at large. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-d68ab55862e14e43a51c59f53b91be492025-08-20T02:10:50ZengBMCBMC Oral Health1472-68312025-04-012511710.1186/s12903-025-05906-6The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocolAbbas Jessani0Fabio Arriola-Pacheco1Alexia Athanasakos2Karla Kenny3Mario Brondani4Herenia P. Lawrence5Department of Dentistry, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western UniversityFaculty of Dentistry, Dental Public Health Discipline, University of TorontoDepartment of Dentistry, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western UniversityDepartment of Psychology, Western UniversityDepartment of Oral Health Sciences, University of British ColumbiaFaculty of Dentistry, Dental Public Health Discipline, University of TorontoAbstract Background Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, or other sexual orientations and gender identities (2SLGBTQI+) youth face multiple social and structural disparities and barriers that contribute to a sense of mistrust in the provision of healthcare services, including oral health. Cannabis use is also high among 2SLGBTQI+ individuals; however, unknowns exist regarding recreational use and its impact on oral health. Our research aims to explore the intersectionality of 2SLGBTQI+ youth, oral health, and cannabis consumption. Methods This qualitative study, guided by community-based participatory research and interpretative phenomenological approaches, will recruit consenting 2SLGBTQI+ youth, aged 19 and older, accessing services at Youth Opportunities Unlimited in London, Canada. Approximately 25 to 30 participants will be recruited to complete a one-on-one in-depth interview or focus group to collect information on their perception about the relationships between cannabis use and oral health. Discussion Recognizing the self-perceived pathways through which cannabis impacts oral health will prompt the development of theories, raise awareness, and support advocacy efforts for and by 2SLGBTQI+ youth, while also providing valuable insights for the community and healthcare providers at large.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-025-05906-6Oral healthCannabis2SLGBTQI+YouthSexual and gender minoritiesIntersectional Framework |
| spellingShingle | Abbas Jessani Fabio Arriola-Pacheco Alexia Athanasakos Karla Kenny Mario Brondani Herenia P. Lawrence The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocol BMC Oral Health Oral health Cannabis 2SLGBTQI+ Youth Sexual and gender minorities Intersectional Framework |
| title | The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocol |
| title_full | The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocol |
| title_fullStr | The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocol |
| title_full_unstemmed | The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocol |
| title_short | The intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2SLGBTQI+ youth: a qualitative study protocol |
| title_sort | intersection of cannabis use and oral health among 2slgbtqi youth a qualitative study protocol |
| topic | Oral health Cannabis 2SLGBTQI+ Youth Sexual and gender minorities Intersectional Framework |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-025-05906-6 |
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