QueerStory's Mental Health Resources & Information
When You Need More Than a Friend's Ear
Welcome to QueerStory's mental health resources page. We believe that mental health is an important topic that needs to be talked about and destigmatized. Here you can find resources that are specifically tailored towards the queer community.
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Please be aware that some of these do use very certain language that can tell you that you "will" go through problems and issues, but that is not necessarily the truth for you. We each have our own journey and you might not experience the same things as others do. Be kind to yourself and be aware that Dr Google is not always the most reliable! <3
Websites
Here are some websites that we recommend:
- The Trevor Project: A national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ young people under 25
- Trans Lifeline: A hotline staffed by trans people for trans people, offering support and resources.
- It Gets Better Project: A nonprofit organization that aims to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.
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- Drugwatch: An organisation that looks out for medical malpractice and has reliable information on potentially harmful drugs and devices. They have some dedicated LGBTQ+ information here and here.
Organizations
We recommend checking out these organizations:
- GLAAD: A media monitoring organization that promotes LGBTQ+ visibility and fights to end discrimination.
- The Human Rights Campaign: America's largest civil rights organization working to achieve LGBTQ+ equality.
- PFLAG: An organization that provides support, education, and advocacy to parents, families, and allies of the LGBTQ+ community.
Books
These books may be helpful:
- Queer: A Graphic History by Meg-John Barker and Julia Scheele
- The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love by Sonya Renee Taylor
- How to Understand Your Gender: A Practical Guide for Exploring Who You Are by Alex Iantaffi and Meg-John Barker