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988
988 is a direct connection 24/7 to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress, suicide crisis, or substance use. People can also contact 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need behavioral health support or need help meeting your family’s needs. It is free, confidential and answered by trained professionals at the Helpline Center in Sioux Falls.
211
Professionals at the Helpline Center in Sioux Falls are trained to connect individuals to appropriate community-based resources or government agency programs. Every day people turn to 211 for information and support. The call or text is free and confidential.
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HIGHER-RISK POPULATIONS

Suicide Among LGBTQ+ Individuals

“LGBTQ+” stands for Lesbian, Gay, Transgender, Queer and/or Questioning. Studies have shown that people who identify with one or more of these groups think about and attempt suicide more often than their peers.

LGBTQ+ youth are more than 4x as likely to attempt suicide than their peers.

 

41% of LGBTQ+ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in 2023.

 

At least one LGBTQ+ young person attempts suicide every 45 seconds in the U.S.

Being an individual who identifies as LGBTQ+ is not, in and of itself, a risk factor for suicide. However, societal factors such as discrimination, victimization, lack of social support, family issues, homelessness and behavioral health disorders are more likely to occur in these groups — and each of those is a risk factor.

While coming out to friends and family can bring stress, LGBTQ+ individuals’ loved ones can also be an important part of their support system, contributing to protective factors that can help mitigate suicide risk.

  • Open and positive communication
  • Support from peers to reduce fear of not being accepted
  • Connections with school staff or other caring adults
  • Access to behavioral health professionals and primary care providers

Talk with Someone You Can Trust

LGBTQ+-trained crisis counselors are available 24/7. Just dial 988, then press 3. To text, send the word PRIDE to 988. To chat , check the box for LGBTQ+ support in the pre-chat survey.
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One great resource is the Trevor Project — an organization that offers support and tools specifically for LGBTQ+ youth. Their Coming Out Handbook can be helpful for youth and their caregivers, and their site offers guidance, workshops, confidential counseling and more.

Other High-Risk Populations

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College Students

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American Indians

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Youth and Parents

Youth and Parents

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