Panel: What's impacting LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health?
Speakers:
Aaron L. Taliaferro, M.Ed.
Kado Stewart
Nate Rhoton
Bianca Chadez
Sam Barrons, MA, MS, LAMFT-AZ, MFTC-CO, ALMFT-IL
LGBTQIA+ youth are more likely than other youth to experience mental health challenges. Studies show both internal and external factors can equally contribute to the state of our mental health. In this panel, licensed clinicians will share current contributors and common diagnoses for LGBTQIA+ youth they serve. As we know, combating mental health is a community effort. That is why the LGBTQIA+ youth non-profit one*n*ten is actively involved from grassroots efforts to challenge discriminatory legislation to providing everyday necessities to ensure overall safety and well-being for as many young people as possible. We will hear from one*n*ten on their history, evolution and current contributions to creating safe spaces and providing resources.