Tag: risky behavior
CDC says LGBTQ teens more likely to abuse drugs, other risky behaviors: Why?
What is behind the risky behaviors of LGBTQ teens in America? Research has confirmed that the LGBTQ community may have high rates of mental health conditions. Mental health illnesses can be due to prejudice, stigma, rejection, fear, abuse, threats, assault, low self-esteem, harassment, or other circumstances. The National Alliance of Mental Illness notes that LGBTQ individuals are 3 times more likely to develop a mental health condition. Mental health conditions or illnesses can include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, self-harm...
