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Name: Totaram A. Singh
August 20, 2018
EDUC: 815
Instructor: Dr. Kristine S. Lewis Grant

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Literature Review Map-  Highlights 3 streams

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Literature Review Map-  Highlights 3 streams

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How has suicidal attempts among LGBTQ teenagers differs from heterosexual peers?

What are some of the barriers LGBTQ teenagers face in high school?

Integrating  mental health in schools would inform educators how to assess for warning signs and screen for suicidal tendencies in the LGBTQ teenager?

What type of risk assessment and intervention can be utilized to help LGBTQ adolescents in a school setting?

How can teenagers benefit from mental health education, prevention, and advocacy awareness that promotes individuality?

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Suicidal Ideations

Suicide

Depression

Risk assessments

Teenager
Youth
School

Mental Illness

Homosexual

Diagnosis

LGBTQ folks (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender and Queer)

PHQ-9 modified

SCARED scale

Beck Youth Inventory

CBT -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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Supporting Evidence of LGBTQ Adolescents in school:

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Supporting Evidence of LGBTQ Adolescents in school:

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Research has shown that where LGBT youth feel an increased sense of belonging in school there is a true decrease victimization, depression and psychological distress. Previous authors have also attested to the protective nature of engagement in activities such as voluntary work, attending organized LGBT groups, engaging in sports or physical activities, or education- related activities have a positive impact on their ability to cope. It is not surprising therefore that many of the participants identify LGBT social networks,  as an effective means of support through sharing their personal experiences with others and developing a sense of community.

Bullying and suicide related behaviors are both complex public health problems. In fact, situations can affect a teenager’s vulnerability to either or both of these behaviors exist at a range of levels and or influence such as: individual, family, community, and society.

Ø  emotional distress

Ø  exposure to violence

Ø  family conflict

Ø  relationship problems

Ø  lack of contentedness to school/sense of supportive school environment

Ø  alcohol and drug use

Ø  physical disabilities/learning differences

Ø  lack of access to resources/support.

Dawson (2018) reported, “Child and adolescent depression is a significant public health problem and there is a high degree of morbidity and mortality associated with it. Pediatricians should know the risk factors for depression and suicide . Pediatricians need to ask the tough questions, know what matters to teens the most, be non- judgmental in their approach, and encourage change for risk-taking behaviors when possible. Effective treatments are available and can be initiated in the primary care setting. Ongoing and careful monitoring of therapeutic effectiveness and adverse events in the context of a supportive relationship with medical providers and family is important and effective. SSRIs are safe and effective in treating depression, with psychological counseling being a useful adjunct” (p. 265).

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History of previous suicide attempts as well as a  history of depression or other mental illnesses. Supportive communities and schools reduce suicide risk among LGBTQ teens. Schools with explicit anti-homophobia interventions such as gay- straight alliances (GSAs) may reduce the odds of suicidal thoughts and attempts among LGBTQ students.
Recent attention focused on the relationship between bullying and suicide is positive and helpful because it:
1. Raises awareness about the serious harm that bullying does to all youth involved in bullying in any way.
2. Highlights the significant risk for our most vulnerable youth (e.g. youth with disabilities, youth with
learning differences, LGBTQ youth).
3. Encourages conversation about the problem of bullying and suicide and promotes collaboration
around prevention locally and nationally.

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Suicide among LGBTQ youth is a result of harassment, bullying, violence, rejection, and lack of crisis intervention services. Several studies have discussed the impact that bullying, harassment, and violence within schools have on LGBTQ youth and the rise in suicide attempts and completion with a emphasis on adolescent males . This research will address the barriers adolescents face in school as well as exploring and assessing the depression and suicide treatment. Also, examining the schools and suicide intervention and prevention programs in schools.

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Flow Chart of the topic

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Issues to be addressed & Future directions for this topic:

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Issues to be addressed & Future directions for this topic:

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Regarding future research, it is clear that coping strategies have not yet been explored in sufficient depth for trans youth.
Little research has investigated LGBTQ students’ positive use of the Internet to cope with their feelings of difference and to seek a community that accept them.

Teachers must also resist ascribing to destructive stereotypes about LGBTQ students, and further research should determine the most effective pedagogies to reduce stereotypes and prejudice.
Future research should focus on how in-service training (seminars, workshops, and conventions for educators affect both their preconceived notion and knowledge about LGBTQ students.

Address youth homelessness and invest in adequate shelters and remove legal barriers that keep agencies and outreach workers from helping these teens.