Crisis calls from LGBTQ+ youth rise 700 percent following election results

After the recent election, calls and texts to the Trevor Project, a suicide prevention organization for LGBTQ+ youth, surged by 700 percent. Many young people expressed feelings of fear and anxiety about the election results. The increase in crisis outreach reflects concerns over anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and policies, particularly from Donald Trump's campaign. The Trevor Project noted that these political developments have negatively impacted the mental health of LGBTQ+ youth. The organization is currently experiencing long wait times for its services. It encourages LGBTQ+ youth to seek support and take breaks from news and social media during this challenging time.