Mental Health Basics
LGBTQ+ Challenges
Performance and Identity
Wellness Strategies
Advocacy and Resources
100

This is the mental health professional typically licensed to diagnose and treat mental illness.

What is a psychologist?

100

LGBTQ+ youth are statistically more likely to face this form of mistreatment in schools compared to their cisgender and heterosexual peers.

What is bullying?

100

Many LGBTQ+ performers find support and community in this art form, which blends theatrical performance with self-expression and gender exploration.

What is drag?

100

This practice involves focusing on the present moment, often used in therapy to reduce anxiety.

What is mindfulness?

100

This month is dedicated to raising awareness of LGBTQ+ history, issues, and achievements.

What is Pride Month?

200

This term refers to an emotional state characterized by feelings of tension, worry, or fear.

What is anxiety?

200

These legal protections, which vary by location, are designed to prevent discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

What are LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination laws?

200

This form of mental strain results from constantly changing one's behavior to fit societal norms, often experienced by LGBTQ+ performers.

What is code-switching?

200

A safe space where LGBTQ+ individuals can discuss their experiences in a supportive group setting.

What is a support group?

200

This national hotline provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth.

What is The Trevor Project?

300

This mental health condition is marked by prolonged feelings of sadness or a lack of interest in activities.

 What is depression?

300

This term refers to the internal conflict and stress experienced by LGBTQ+ individuals as a result of societal stigma.

What is minority stress?

300

This theory explains how marginalized individuals, including LGBTQ+ performers, can face both stress and empowerment from their identities.

What is intersectionality?

300

LGBTQ+ performers often benefit from this form of therapy, which addresses the specific challenges of balancing mental health and identity.

What is LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy?

300

This type of training helps individuals understand and advocate for the mental health needs of LGBTQ+ people.

What is LGBTQ+ cultural competency training?

400

This therapeutic approach focuses on changing negative thought patterns to improve mental health.

What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?

400

This phenomenon, involving negative attitudes or treatment from healthcare professionals, can deter LGBTQ+ individuals from seeking mental health support.

What is healthcare discrimination?

400

This type of dance or performance art is known for helping LGBTQ+ performers reclaim space for self-expression and empowerment.

What is voguing?

400

This self-care strategy involves taking time away from social media or stressful environments to recharge.

What is a digital detox?

400

This global organization provides legal, educational, and social advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights.

What is the Human Rights Campaign?

500

This type of therapy emphasizes the individual's inherent capacity for self-healing and personal growth, often used in LGBTQ+ affirmative settin

What is person-centered therapy?

500

This term describes the internalized form of oppression where LGBTQ+ individuals adopt society's negative messages about their identity, often leading to low self-esteem and shame.

What is internalized homophobia/transphobia?

500

This LGBTQ+ subculture, born in Harlem in the 1980s, not only created space for expression through dance and performance but also fostered strong community ties and resilience.

What is ballroom culture?

500

LGBTQ+ individuals often benefit from creating this, a group of trusted friends or mentors who provide emotional support.

What is a chosen family?

500

This international event celebrates the contributions of LGBTQ+ artists and performers while raising awareness about the importance of representation in the arts.

What is the Queer Arts Festival?

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