Studies have shown that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) youth are at an increased risk for suicidal thoughts and behaviors, suicide attempts, and suicide. Among LGBTQ youth include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, discrimination, homophobia, violence, gender non-conformity, self-esteem issues, societal attitudes, family, religion and school.
The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth ages 13-24. If you, or someone you are worried about, are feeling suicidal or in distress, call the Trevor Lifeline