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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+
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The LGBTQ+ Law Clinic – UK Service that provides free legal advice to the LGBTQ+ community. |
Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+) |
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Websites
Gender Construction Kit – The UK guide to changing things linked to gender. |
Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+) |
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Reading
FFLAG – a national voluntary organisation and registered charity, dedicated to supporting parents and families and their LGBT+ members. |
Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+) |
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Reading
Coming Out – A guide for young people who are trans, non-binary and questioning |
Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+) |
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Coming Out – A guide for lesbian, gay, and bisexual young people |
Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQIA+) |
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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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