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A startling 57 percent of people in the LGBTQ+ community have reported that they or an LGBTQ+ loved one has been threatened or have experienced harassment and a trailing 51 percent have experienced violence due to their sexual or gender identity. While sheer statistics cannot encapsulate the social pressures that the LGBTQ+ community experiences, they certainly do speak to the multiple variables that can exacerbate emotional distress for youth in the LGBTQ+ community. To combat this issue, the first step is awareness. In honor of Pride Month, learn more about LGBTQ+ youth mental health: https://lnkd.in/gdKVF868 #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthadvocacy #LGBTQ #psychology #pridemonth

The Trevor Project's 2024 U.S. National Survey on the mental health of LGBTQ+ young people presents crucial insights from over 18,000 LGBTQ+ youth aged 13-24 across the U.S. For the sixth year, it highlights the troubling connection between anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination and heightened suicide risk, as well as the challenges in accessing mental health care. This survey provides actionable strategies to support LGBTQ+ youth, emphasizing the life-saving impact of affirming communities. Learn more about the survey and suicide prevention efforts here: https://bit.ly/3ykYrqv #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealth

Access to peer support must exist to better the mental health of LGBTQ+ communities. We see you and built a better way to find like-minded individuals, so you feel better supported. Learn more now: https://bit.ly/3UDP2D5

At LifeWorks NW, we're proud to serve clients at all ages and from all walks of life, including members of the LGBTQ+ community. We offer trauma-informed care that recognizes the unique challenges of this community, supporting issues of growing up LGBTQ+, coming out, domestic violence, navigating changes in self-presentation, and more. Learn more about the mental health services offered at LifeWorks NW: https://lnkd.in/g5KUVAb9 #wellbeingforall #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

This #PrideMonth, we recognize the importance of supporting the LGBTQ+ community with mental and behavioral health care. Learn more about how Carelon Behavioral Health is addressing healthcare barriers for LGBTQ+ youth in this article. https://lnkd.in/e6rpShBD

Embarking on a mental health journey looks different for everyone — and that’s OK. We created a platform to help individuals like you find the right provider who sees, honors and understands you. All vetted by GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3UDP2D5

Addressing Trauma in the LGBTQ+ Community 🌈 Pride Month Reminder 🌈 Trauma can significantly impact the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those from marginalized racial and ethnic backgrounds. The journey to healing is complex but vital. This month, let’s focus on creating safe spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. Remember, it’s okay to seek help. Therapy and support groups can provide essential tools for coping and healing from trauma. #PrideMonth #TraumaAwareness #HealingJourneys #IntersectionalityMatters

Conversations about mental health are crucial, especially for marginalized communities like the #LGBTQ+ population. In the Czech Republic and globally, LGBTQ+ individuals face higher rates of mental health challenges due to discrimination and social isolation. For them, the intersection of identity and mental health can present unique challenges. Understanding these challenges is essential for fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We discuss this intersection of #MentalHealth and LGBTQ+ identities in more detail on our blog and include strategies for supporting LGBTQ+ Mental Health. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e9-BapBi

In our latest episode of Fostering Voices, we're having essential conversation about the role we all play—parents, caregivers, and community members—in supporting the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth with the one•n•ten team. one•n•ten is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ youth and young adults ages 11-24. They provide critical services that promote self-expression, self-acceptance, leadership development, and healthy life choices. Let’s explore how we can all play a part in creating a more supportive, inclusive world for the LGBTQ+ youth in our lives. Statistically, more than one in five Gen Z adults and one in ten millennial adults identify as LGBTQ+. Youth who identify as LGBTQ+ are at a significantly higher risk for homelessness, substance abuse, trauma, and suicide, with even greater risks for those who’ve experienced the foster care system. These youth could be our neighbors, friends, children, or our kids’ friends, making it crucial for us to put down our guard and open our hearts. Even if you don’t feel this is directly relevant to your life, we encourage you to listen here.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we uplift the work of LGBTQ+ researchers affiliated with Syracuse University and their project aiming to understand the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals living in New York, including their trauma exposure, mental health, and substance use. The researchers will ask LGBTQ+ people how trauma and other stressful experiences impacted their lives. Prospective participants will be asked to first complete a brief (5 min.) online survey containing demographic information (e.g., race/ethnicity, gender identity) and questions about stressful experiences. The survey is live here: https://lnkd.in/gDGUKPb9