Gay and Lesbian Connection

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Suicide Prevention for Gay Youth

September 14th, 2009 by Admin

LGBTQ youth are up to four times more likely to attempt suicide than their heterosexual peers. National Suicide Prevention Week will come and go this year. Unfortunately, for many LGBTQ young people, thoughts of depression, feelings of isolation and helplessness or hopelessness will not. As they yearn to simply be accepted and supported, we must advocate for places, programs and policies that prioritize their safety and well-being. 

For more information Read A Preventable Epidemic–Thought for National Suicide Prevention week @ http://bit.ly/glZue

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