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Explore LGBTQIA+ by scrolling through the page or simply select an option from the drop down if you wish to jump to the relevant section of the page:
You may be searching for information as you identify as LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, queer/questioning, intersex and asexual).
People who identify as LGBTQIA+ are more likely to experience mental health problems such as depression, anxiety or suicidal thoughts. This is due to a number of reasons, which include experiencing stigma, discrimination, social isolation or exclusion/rejection. There is help and support available if you are experiencing these feelings.
If you are experiencing any of these feelings, then please have a look around our site. We have information, advice and resources relating to a variety of common mental health problems such as self-harm, suicidal thoughts, depression, anger and eating disorders.
Whilst this page is in development you can find more information on the support available from the following helplines/services below.
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Self-help resources for those who identify as LGBTQIA+
| Type | Title | Related to… | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
 | ReadingQueer Up: An Uplifting Guide to LGBTQ+ Love, Life and Mental Health | Reading Well | Children's Mental Wellbeing, Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+), Young Person's Mental Health |  |
| ReadingWelcome to St Hell: My trans teen misadventure | Reading Well | Children's Mental Wellbeing, Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+), Young Person's Mental Health | |
| ReadingComing Out Stories: Personal Experiences of Coming Out from Across the LGBTQ+ Spectrum | Reading Well | Children's Mental Wellbeing, Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+), Young Person's Mental Health | |
| ReadingYou Can Change the World!: Everyday Teen Heroes Making a Difference Everywhere | Reading Well | Children's Mental Wellbeing, Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+), Young Person's Mental Health | |
 | WebsitesUmbrella Cymru | Gender and Sexual Diversity Support Specialists | Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+) |  |
Specialist LGBTQIA+ helplines and support
See below for helplines relevant to those who are LGBTQIA+. To see our full list of helplines, visit our helplines page.
Stonewall
Stonewall have compiled a list of organisations that work to support LGBT people in the UK. The list contains support services for mental and social wellbeing, useful advice, support for trans people and information on violence and abuse.
Visit the Stonewall website ➝
LGBT+ Switchboard
LGBT+ Switchboard provide information, support and a referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity.
Visit the LGBT+ Switchboard website ➝LGBT+ Cymru Helpline
A helpline for LGBT people and their family and friends. Aims to provide information, advice and support for a variety of topics that affect people in the LGBT community.
Visit the LGBT+ Cymru Helpline website ➝
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Anxiety
Anxiety can be described as a feeling of unease, such as fear or worry. It is normal to feel anxious about things in daily life. The feelings of anxiety usually pass. We have collated resources for coping with anxiety and how to manage being anxious.
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Depression
It is normal for us to feel low or fed up from time to time. If a low mood doesn’t go away it can be a sign of depression. Find free courses, resources and sources of support to help you with feelings of depression.
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Suicidal Feelings
The following information may help if you are experiencing suicidal thoughts; or if you know someone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts. It has ideas to help people stay safe and where to go for support.
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