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Pride and mental health

Pride is a time to celebrate identity and the strength to live openly and authentically, even when the world doesn’t always make it easy. We hope those coming to terms with their identity or living in unsupportive environments find these resources helpful in pursuing a life of well-being and resilience.

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Take pride in your mental health.

Take pride in who you love.

Take pride in who you are.

Being your authentic self, if safe to do so, is one of the best ways to protect your well-being.

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  • Being your authentic self is one of the best ways to protect your #mentalhealth. As we celebrate #PrideMonth, learn more and find resources from Mental Health America: mhanational.org/pride
  • Being transgender isn’t a #mentalhealth condition, but the trans community faces higher rates of mental health challenges than any other LGBTQ+ identity group. Learn more and find resources from Mental Health America: mhanational.org/pride #PrideMonth
  • If you’re a #mentalhealth care provider, it’s critical that you understand what gender-affirming care really is. Learn more and find resources from Mental Health America: mhanational.org/pride #PrideMonth
  • Being LGBTQ+ isn’t easy in today’s climate, but you’re not alone. Take a free #mentalhealth test at mhanational.org to find out if you’re experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. #PrideMonth
  • Reflecting on your gender can be an uncomfortable process. Check in on your #mentalhealth at mhascreening.org. #PrideMonth
  • If you or an LGBTQ+ individual you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You can also reach a trained counselor at The Trevor Project at 866-488-7386 and Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860.

Take a mental health test

laptop open to MHA Screening siteIf you or a friend are struggling with your mental health, take an anonymous, free, and private mental health test. It only takes a few minutes, and after you are finished, you will be given information about the next steps you can take based on the results.

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