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Jun 74 min read
Finding Your Perfect Match: A Guide to Finding an LGBTQ+ Therapist
Finding a therapist who is affirming and competent in LGBTQ+ issues can be challenging.
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Mar 153 min read
Building a Nest Together: Co-Parenting in the LGBTQ+ Community
When it comes to the journey to parenthood, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples can experience a wide range of experiences. Even though...
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DPS Staff
Jan 196 min read
10 Myths About Trans and Nonbinary People Debunked
In recent years, anti-trans legislation across the country has heightened awareness of the rights of transgender and gender-nonconforming...
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DPS Staff
Oct 13, 20232 min read
The Consequences of Misgendering Trans People
When you use an incorrect pronoun or other gendered language, such as titles, terms of endearment, or pronouns, you are misgendering....
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DPS Staff
Sep 8, 20235 min read
12 Things You Can Do to Support Your LGBTQ Students
In order to help students thrive academically and personally, schools must create environments that support students' health and...
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DPS Staff
Aug 18, 20234 min read
How to Support Your LGBTQ Employees
An important part of people's lives is spent at work. No matter what their sexual orientation or gender identity may be, all employees...
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DPS Staff
Jul 28, 20234 min read
How to Support an LGBT Loved One with Addiction
Having an addiction can be difficult and isolating for anyone, but for LGBTQ individuals it can be even more difficult. In addition to...
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DPS Staff
Jun 9, 20233 min read
Mental Health in the LGBTQ+ Community
In general, LGBTQ+ people face a number of unique challenges that can negatively affect their mental health as a result of the stigma...
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DPS Staff
May 26, 20236 min read
LGBTQ Pride Month: A Spotlight on Substance Abuse
During June, we celebrate Pride Month. Pride Month not only celebrates self-love but also raises awareness of key issues related to the...
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DPS Staff
May 5, 20236 min read
Identifying and Treating Opioid Substance Use Disorders in the LGBTQ+ Community
A person who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ) faces social stigma, discrimination, and other...
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DPS Staff
Apr 7, 20234 min read
Opioid Addiction in the LGBTQ Community
Among lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgenders, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) persons, substance abuse is a significant problem. In the...
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DPS Staff
Jun 4, 20213 min read
5 Meaningful Ways to Make an Impact During Pride Month
Back on June 28, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay club in New York City. Since then, Pride Month takes place every June....
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