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    QUEER COMMUNITY AND MENTAL HEALTH

    The debate over the classification of homosexuality as a mental disorder in the 1960s and 1970s
    complicated the study of mental health in lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) populations. That debate
    pitted a gay-affirmative viewpoint, which sought to declassify homosexuality, against a conservative
    viewpoint, which maintained homosexuality's classification as a mental illness. (Bayer, 1981)
    The debate over classification ended in 1973, when homosexuality was removed from the second
    edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM; American Psychiatric
    Association, 1973), but its legacy lives on.
    LGBTQ people are more likely to suffer from mental illnesses like depression and anxiety.
    Furthermore, the stigma associated with mental illnesses can deter people from seeking help.
     What impact do mental health issues have on the LGBTQ community?
    People in the LGBTQ community are more likely to suffer from mental illness. According to a recent
    study, 61 percent of people suffer from depression, 45 percent from PTSD, and 36 percent from
    anxiety disorders. Furthermore, 40% of transgender people have attempted suicide at some point in
    their lives. This is nearly nine times the rate in the United States as a whole.
     What impact does a person's identity have on their mental health?
    We must be able to live and be loved in our true selves. We feel less stressed and have higher self-
    esteem when we have these things. There has been a lot of research done on the subject of identity.
    The findings show that we feel whole when we are able to accept our identity. This gives us more
    self-assurance about who we are.
     How can we treat people who identify as LGBTQ with respect?
    It is possible to be genuine and interested in someone's life without being intrusive. Pose open-ended
    inquiries. Follow the person's lead when it comes to language terms. If you're not sure, just ask.
    Without being defensive, be willing to make mistakes and try again. Inquire about people's preferred
    pronouns and use them. If you make a mistake , apologize.
     How can we assist someone who is experiencing difficulties?
    Give support in the same way you would to anyone else. Starting with active listening is a good place
    to start. It's also a good idea to inquire about how you can assist. It is also critical that we consistently
    demonstrate respect and acceptance through our words and actions. Reflect the person's partner and
    identity language. Pose open-ended inquiries. Also, learn how to be an effective ally.

    REFERENCES

    Mental health challenges in the LGBTQ community | HealthPartners Blog. (2018, March 19).

    HealthPartners Blog; Health Partners. https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/mental-

    health-in-the-lgbtq-community/
    Meyer, I. H. (2003). Prejudice, social stress, and mental health in lesbian, gay, and bisexual

    populations: Conceptual issues and research evidence. Psychological Bulletin, 129(5),

    674–697. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.129.5.674

    Zawn Villines. (2021, March 23). What to know about sexual orientation and mental health

    in youth. Medicalnewstoday.com; Medical News Today.

    https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/lgbt-youth-and-mental-health

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