Differences in cultural orientation can impede the delivery of care. Not recognizing the needs of others can lead to increased frustration on the part of the care provider as well as the consumer. In the provision of care for LGBT African Americans the intersection of race and sexual orientation must be considered. The racism generally experienced by African Americans is further complicated by the internalized and external homophobia present in African American communities and the society at large. It is important for health care providers to understand these dynamics in order to enhance their ability to address how racism impacts on LGBT African Americans. In addition, an understanding of healing beliefs and practices of African Americans and the fear that many African Americans have about health care institutions would facilitate the creation of more sensitive services for LGBT African Americans.
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