LGBTQ individuals who live in non-affirming communities often face unique challenges that can negatively impact their mental health. These include social isolation, discrimination, and stigma, which...
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: Sexuality and mental health: lgbtq individuals finding community and practicing selfcare for better wellbeing
LGBTQ+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Allies, Pansexual, Polyamorous, Gender Nonconforming, Genderqueer, and Two-Spirit individuals, as well as...
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: Lgbtq+ youth benefit from mentorship and connection to community
Supportive Social Networks
In today's world, marginalized individuals face various forms of discrimination that can take a toll on their mental health.
Supportive social networks can play an...
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: Supportive social networks boost mental health of marginalized individuals
There are many challenges that come with being part of the LGBTQ+ community. One challenge is dealing with social stigma, relational difficulties, and identity-related stresses. Partner support can...
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: How lgbtq+ partners can navigate social stigma and relationship challenges
Social support refers to the emotional, material, physical, or financial assistance provided to an individual from family members, friends, acquaintances, peers, professionals, or institutions. It...
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: Uncovering the impact of social support on the mental health of lgbtq individuals
Research has shown that family and religious rejection can have significant mental health consequences for LGBTQ+ individuals, including increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicide ideation....
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: How peer support can reduce psychological consequences of family and religious rejection among lgbtq+ individuals?
The term "LGBT" stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender. It refers to people who identify as non-heterosexual, non-cisgender, or both. Many people from these groups face challenges related to...
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: How nonheterosexual and noncisgender individuals cope with identity challenges | strategies that work
Traumatic experiences can lead to increased feelings of distress and vulnerability among individuals who identify as part of a marginalized group. This is especially true for those who identify as...
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: Lgbtq+ trauma and mental health: exploring the intersection between minority stress and psychological wellbeing
What are the obligations that teachers have to create safe and welcoming learning environments for their LGBTQ+ student body? It is important that all students feel comfortable and accepted in...
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: Exploring strategies to create safe and welcoming learning environments for lgbtq+ students.
Community solidarity refers to the interconnectedness and mutual support of members within a group that share common characteristics such as race, religion, gender identity, or sexual orientation....
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: Sexual solidarity: building resilient and empowered lgbt communities