Individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ are at a higher risk for mental health issues. Support from family members, friends, colleagues, and community members is critical.
NAMI New Hampshire support groups are open to all – learn more.
Visit NAMI for more information on mental health conditions and the LGBTQ+ community.
The following resources might be especially helpful for folks who identify as LGBTQ+, and their loved ones:
It Gets Better Project
www.itgetsbetter.org
The Trevor Project
www.thetrevorproject.org
National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health (2019)
RESOURCES for LGBTQ+ Veterans and Service Members:
VA Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Veteran Care
If you, or anyone you know, might be at risk for suicide, you are not alone – help is available 24/7:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
Trevor Lifeline (for LGBTQ+ young people under 25): 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860