Being LGBTQIA+ and having autism spectrum disorder can increase a person’s risk for mental health issues. We are going to discuss why this is and what we can do to help!

Guest Writer and CALM Program Participant Shiloh Nikaj goes into the issue with podcasters, bloggers, and personalities having a big influence on how our culture regards LGBTQIA+ people. Know the truth about the harm being caused right now.

In a nutshell, bad or nonexistent family relationships can wreak havoc on mental health and life circumstances. Thankfully, found families can bring relief. 

Surprise, surprise, the support systems the US has in place for domestic violence survivors are not all-inclusive. Let’s talk about it.

Just like hiding our gender or sexual identity puts a strain on our minds, hiding mental illness does too. Internalization does not make these issues go away, but rather they are solidified and more stress-inducing than if they were not hidden. Just because others can’t see it, doesn’t mean it isn’t there and harming your well-being.

Nothing is more important than to stand up for what you believe in.