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Mental health struggles of LGBTQ+ teens

Published: June 10, 2023 at 11:06 AMUpdated: May 28, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Tags: doctor, youth, lgbt, teens, struggles, mental health, medical, mayo clinic, therapy, resources, morning show, LGBT, Mental Health, Mayo Clinic, Teens, Youth, Struggles, Therapy, Resources, Doctor, Medical

1 in 5 young people experiences some type of mental health issue during their teen years. For LGBTQ+ youth, the statistics are alarming. A recent national survey showed 41% expressed some though of suicide. Dr. Marcie Billings, a Mayo Clinic pediatrician, says these kids need support. It can be as simple as listening.

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