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3-2 Activity: Critical Analysis: Engage
Angelina Garcia
Southern New Hampshire University
IDS 400 Wellness
Professor, Lora Canter
March 21, 2024
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I am primarily concerned with the LGBTQ+ community in my paper. In the context of the LGBTQ+ community, my focus will be on mental health within this community. To function daily in society, the members of this community have long had to fight for equal rights and fair laws. I plan to discuss several points, including what is being done to address this problem, how it has become a major issue today, and how it affects individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. As part of my study, I will examine all members of the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on members of the transgender community. I will also investigate how this issue affects members of different generations, and how society can better support and protect those affected. Finally, I will consider potential solutions, including policy reform and social change.
I would like to propose an online forum that would allow LGBTQ+ youth, including transgender and nonbinary youth, to seek mental health help and meet other people in the community, to assist the 42% of LGBTQ+ youth who seriously considered suicide in the past year (The Trevor Project, 2021). The main objective of the platform would be to provide free mental health services to LGBTQ+ youth who cannot afford them elsewhere or do not feel comfortable seeking assistance publicly. Eventually, these services will be offered worldwide, with the hope that discrimination will no longer be an issue, thereby eliminating the need for these services. This platform will also create a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth where they can openly express their feelings and concerns without fear of judgment or discrimination. It will also provide access to resources such as support groups and other forms of assistance. Finally, the platform will provide a platform for LGBTQ+ youth to share their stories and experiences, creating a more accepting and understanding community. This platform will also provide LGBTQ+ youth with a sense of community and belonging, encouraging them to share their
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stories and find support. It will also provide a platform for LGBTQ+ youth to access resources and information, helping them to make informed decisions about their lives.
As part of its efforts to assist LGBTQ youth with behavioral health conditions, the Affordable Care Act has three key points, including the expansion of Medicaid and more coverage options. Healthcare discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity is prohibited by this act, and most plans, including Medicaid plans, must offer behavioral health services at the same level as medical and surgical benefits. This law is an excellent start, but it will require clarification and clarification of a few fine details. The act should also include more specific language to ensure that LGBT people have access to the same benefits as everyone else. Additionally, the language should be expanded to include coverage for gender confirmation surgery and other procedures. Finally, the penalties for violating the act should be increased to discourage further discrimination.
The statistical research community contributes positively to the transformation of the LGBTQ+ community. The GSA Network promotes advocacy for equal rights within the LGBTQ+ community and in schools. By doing so, schools will be able to reevaluate how they treat members of the LGBTQ+ community, including how to protect them from harassment, discrimination, and violence. This will lead to a more tolerant and inclusive environment, allowing LGBTQ+ individuals to thrive without fear. Additionally, it will create an atmosphere of acceptance and respect for all school community members.
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References
Coursolle, A. (2019, June 4). Protections for LGBTQ People with Behavioral Health Needs - National Health Law Program. National Health Law Program. https://healthlaw.org/resource/protections-for-lgbtq-people-with-behavioral-health-needs/
GSA Network. (2023). GSA Network. https://gsanetwork.org The Trevor Project. (2021). The Trevor Project National Survey. Www.thetrevorproject.org. https://www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-2021/? section=Introduction