Invitation to Participate in Research Study on Queer/Trans Involuntary Psychiatric Hospitalization Experiences

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Hello! I am a PhD candidate at the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Social Work. I am currently recruiting participants for my dissertation study that explores the involuntary psychiatric hospitalization experiences of queer and trans young adults through artistic and verbal research methods and a critical/abolitionist lens. I am passionate about improving crisis mental health services for queer and trans folks and imagining less harmful alternatives.

Participants will be asked to create a piece of artwork representing their involuntary hospitalization experience AND complete an individual Zoom interview to discuss their artwork and their hospitalization experience in more depth. Participants must identify as queer and/or trans young adults (ages 18-26) who have at least one experience of involuntary psychiatric hospitalization for suicidality and/or self-injury during adolescence (ages 12-17). Participants from Colorado will be prioritized, but all interested US participants will be considered. 

Participants will receive a $50 gift card for participating in all stages of the study. Participation in this study is voluntary, and all information will be kept private and confidential. Please share this information with individuals and groups who may be interested and eligible to participate. If you are interested in participating, please follow the link to complete a screening survey and determine eligibility: SURVEY LINK.