Keywords

ally training, bullying, depression, LGBTQ+, mental health, suicide

Authors

1. Cottrell, Damon B. PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, CCNS, ACNS-BC
2. Gonzalez, John D. DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, ANP-C
3. Atchison, Phillip T. RPH, PharmD
4. Evans, Stephanie C. PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC, CLC
5. Stokes, Alyssa

Abstract

Abstract: Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning (or queer), and other sexual and gender minority (LGBTQ+) youth face various forms of bullying and mistreatment that may lead to suicide. Nurses can help recognize, address, and mitigate challenges associated with suicide among LGBTQ+ youth.