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It’s never been more important or urgent for LGBTQ+ people to prioritize their mental health. But the very reasons our community needs to access this support—like the crushing wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation sweeping the nation—can also overwhelm people to the point of inaction.
Thankfully, there are resources to help. And at Them, we are committed to lowering the barriers to entry that often keep people from accessing essential support. From tips on managing your social anxiety to methods for identifying your triggers, our guides below can help you get a solid foothold on your mental health journey. Take a deep breath and let’s get started.
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Quispe López
Quispe López (he/they) is the Lifestyle Editor for Them and an LGBTQ+ issues journalist whose work has appeared in NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune and Business Insider. As a transmasculine Quechua writer, their work focuses on the intersection of queerness and indigeneity, transgender health, and wellness.
Them is powered by a diverse team of journalists, editors, artists, and creatives. Each of us brings a distinct perspective to the LGBTQ+ stories we tell, and our efforts are strengthened by the wide range of backgrounds and abilities that drive our work. With decades of journalism and artistic experience on staff, we aim to produce the most nuanced, carefully reported, and entertaining LGBTQ+ journalism and content available today.