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Trevor Projects Connect, Accept, Respond, and Empower (CARS) – How to Support LGBTQ Youth

Resource Type: Multimedia
Topics: Diverse & Special Populations, Mental Health, Suicide Prevention
Population Focus: Resources for Campuses & Professionals, Resources for Students
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This interactive webinar will provide an overview of suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth and the different environmental stressors that contribute to their heightened risk for suicide. The first half of the workshop will focus on what research states regarding reducing the risk of suicide and promoting resiliency. After reviewing current research, there will be an emphasis on best practices and practical steps that service providers, educators, and others can take to promote a positive environment for all youth. After participating in this workshop participants will be able to: Describe the services offered by The Trevor Project and how youth can access them Discuss the challenges facing LGBTQ youth in their home, school and other environments Explain the risk factors and warning signs of suicide Describe how to respond to a youth who is at risk for suicide and connect them to appropriate resources Explain how to create supportive environments for all youth that promote resiliency and decrease the risk for suicide.

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Please dial 911 if this is a medical or psychiatric emergency.

For 24/7 crisis counselor support, please contact: Call 988 (the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) for 24/7 crisis counselor support. Or access Crisis Chat: 988lifeline.org/chat

Text Home to 741-741 for Crisis Text Line or visit crisistextline.org

LGBTQ+ youth can also contact The Trevor Project: Call 1-866-488-7386; Text START to 678-678; or access Trevor Chat: thetrevorproject.org/get-help

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