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During Pride Month, let's discuss an important but often overlooked aspect of LGBTQ+ rights - Mental Health! LGBTQ+ individuals experience higher rates of mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. They also face inequalities in support systems and practices such as fair access to healthcare and treatment.  Here's how we can promote well-being of the LGBTQ+ community:  ✔ Create safe spaces where LGBTQ+ individuals feel safe, respected, and heard.  ✔ Provide inclusive healthcare that is judgment and discrimination-free.  ✔ Educate yourself and others about the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. #PrideMonth #MentalHealth #Inclusion #Diversity #LGBTQ 

29% of people are unsure whether people in the LGBTQ+ community can foster.* We are here to tell you that LGBTQ+ people have the same opportunities to foster. At Swiis, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities to enquire about fostering. To foster with Swiis, you need to: ✨Be over 21 ✨Have the right to work in the UK ✨Be medically fit to work ✨Have a spare room in your home ✨Enthusiasm, empathy and a willingness to learn and respect the young person's individuality *Based on our survey of 2,000 respondents #LGBTQIA #Fostering #FosteringMyths #MythBust #FosteringQuestions #AllTogetherBetter #FosteringYoungPeople

29% of people are unsure whether people in the LGBTQ+ community can foster.* We are here to tell you that LGBTQ+ people have the same opportunities to foster. At Swiis, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities to enquire about fostering. To foster with Swiis, you need to: ✨Be over 21 ✨Have the right to work in the UK ✨Be medically fit to work ✨Have a spare room in your home ✨Enthusiasm, empathy and a willingness to learn and respect the young person's individuality *Based on our survey of 2,000 respondents #LGBTQIA #Fostering #FosteringMyths #MythBust #FosteringQuestions #AllTogetherBetter #FosteringYoungPeople

In celebration of Pride Month, we are spotlighting some critical issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community, including healthcare disparities. Unfortunately, not all healthcare is created equal, and the LGBTQ+ community often faces significant barriers to accessing quality care. However, there are actionable steps that healthcare providers can take to address these challenges and close the gap. Learn more in C+R Research's CultureBeat blog by Meagan Carruth, Quantitative Research Analyst, “The Barriers to Healthcare for the LGBTQ+ Community.” 🌟 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gKx43ApZ #MRX #insightsMRX #marketresearch #LGBTQResearch #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #pronouns #genderidentity #LGBTQhealthcare #crresearch

Discover The PRIDE Study, the pioneering long-term health study focusing on LGBTQ+ individuals in the U.S. Explore their efforts to involve the #LGBTQ+ community in medical research here: buff.ly/3ptZZcX #PRIDE #research #DEI #patientexperience #support

Happy Pride Month! Love is love, but estate planning for the LGBTQ+ community can be more complex than it should be. Ensure your legacy is protected! Read our new blog post for key tips for estate planning for the LGBTQ+ community: https://buff.ly/3KuRhme #LGBTQ #Pride #EstatePlanning #estateplanningattorney #financialplanning #wealthplanning #generationalwealth #family #LexernLaw

Members of the LGBTQ+ community face many challenges – and for those with dementia, these can be even greater. Here are some ways that you can support LGBTQ+ people with dementia: 💙 Be aware that sexuality or gender identity may fluctuate in people with dementia. For example, a person with memory issues may not remember that they have come out as LGBTQ+. 📣 Report any prejudice or discrimination from professionals – this could lead to positive changes in how they support people. 📖 Consider putting together a record of important information about the person, such as a life story. 💬 Find out about specific groups for LGBTQ+ people and carers. Share this post to help spread awareness! For more information and advice, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/eVe8qBxg #LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBT #Dementia

In celebration of Pride Month, we are spotlighting some critical issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community, including healthcare disparities. Unfortunately, not all healthcare is created equal, and the LGBTQ+ community often faces significant barriers to accessing quality care. However, there are actionable steps that healthcare providers can take to address these challenges and close the gap. Learn more in our CultureBeat blog by Meagan Carruth, Quantitative Research Analyst, “The Barriers to Healthcare for the LGBTQ+ Community.” 🌟 Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/3RGo3EQ #MRX #insightsMRX #marketresearch #LGBTQResearch #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #pronouns #genderidentity #LGBTQhealthcare #crresearch

🌈 June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate love, identity, and the vibrant diversity of the LGBTQ+ community. It's also a crucial time to acknowledge the challenges many LGBTQ+ young people face. The Trevor Project’s 2023 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ Young People revealed a heartbreaking statistic: 41% of LGBTQ+ young people seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, with roughly half of transgender and nonbinary youth experiencing these thoughts. This Pride Month, let's come together to uplift and protect our LGBTQ+ youth. Everyone deserves to live a life filled with hope, acceptance, and love. 💜 [PIC] #LGBTQ #LGBTQSuicidePrevention #Pride #PrideMonth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Depressed #Depression #Suicidal #Anxious #Anxiety #Lonely #SuicidePrevention #Help #MentalHealthAwareness #Suicide #Pain #YouAreNotAlone #YouAreEnough

Self-esteem is a vital ingredient for a child’s growth, development, & education. Many LGBTQ+ children struggle with self-esteem. Click the link to read our article and learn about ways you can foster self-acceptance & self-esteem in #LGBTQ+ students. https://hubs.ly/Q02BC9Dy0 #PRIDE