LGBTQ Youth Suicide Hotline Services End Amid Controversy
The Trump administration has shut down specialized services for LGBTQ+ youth within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, sparking significant safety concerns among advocates and mental health professionals. With the closure of this vital support option, many fear dire consequences for vulnerable LGBTQ+ individuals who rely on these resources. Despite federal funding cuts leading to the end of this crucial service, states like California and North Carolina are stepping in to provide alternative crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth. Advocates continue to voice their concerns, calling the termination of these services a public health failure and urging lawmakers to restore necessary support.
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