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Helping Schools Support Transgender And Non-Binary Students, Nina Feinberg, Naomi Koliba
Helping Schools Support Transgender And Non-Binary Students, Nina Feinberg, Naomi Koliba
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According to the 2019 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, LGBT middle and high school students are twice as likely to be bullied and are five times more likely to attempt suicide.
Coping with a stressful environment at school puts LGBT youth at risk of detriment to mental health, educational inequities, and even physical harm.
Adults at school who have relationships with youth are in a position of power to uplift and advocate for LGBT youth, and to educate those around them to create a safe environment for everyone to learn.
While teachers and other staff may offer students support, they may …