The Supporting Role of the TR Professional in LGBTQ Youth Identity Development
Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT
Session Description (for use in the program and for marketing purposes)
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth but as for LGBTQ youth, they are three times more likely to experience suicidal ideation than their heterosexual peers. The LGBTQ population also face other serious health disparities including increased rates of alcohol and substance abuse, victimization and mental illness. This session will discuss theories of identity development and building resilience among the LGBTQ youth population and preventing risky health behaviors. Specific TR communication strategies and programming ideas that support LGBTQ youth will be discussed as it relates to providing inclusive culturally competent TR services.
Primary Contact
Ms. Claire E. Copa, MA, University of Toledo
Co-Presenters
Ms. Holly A Eichner, M.Ed, University of Toledo
Panelists
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