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Evidence from research studies continue to dispel the myths and misunderstandings about ADHD. Here are some of the misconceptions and recent research available to address them:   Myth # 1: ADHD is Not a Real Disorder ADHD cases have been described as far ba...

We believe that accessing recovery supports should be as easy as accessing drugs. And we all know how easy that is. We also believe there are many flavors of recovery, and the journey of recovery looks different for everyone. That’s why we’ve made our servic...

Accommodations: Changes made to the learning environment curriculum in order to better serve children with special needs or learning differences. Accommodations can include but are not limited to test presentation, extended time, different testing locations an...

Allies provide important support for LGBTQ+ young people, especially in the face of increased marginalization. In 2023 alone, over 600 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been passed, in some cases making it harder for allies to signal their support in schools and workplac...

LGBTQ+ young people are not inherently prone to suicide risk because of their sexual orientation or gender identity but rather placed at higher risk because of how they are mistreated and stigmatized in society. Top-Line Facts & Statistics About Suicide Su...

Explore what coming out means to you with tools and guiding questions. Welcome! Exploring your sexual orientation and/or gender identity can bring up a lot of feelings and questions. Inside this handbook, we will work together to explore your identity, what...

Many BIPOC LGBTQ+ young people are still facing difficult conversations with people who may be uninformed about race, queer identities, or the intersection of both. Intersectional conversations can take a variety of forms. Some are engaging their White friends...

An introductory educational resource that covers topics and best practices for supporting the bisexual youth in your life. Ways to Care for and Support Young People Who Are Attracted to More Than One Gender Introduction At The Trevor Project, we’re always w...

Introduction: Self-acceptance is a journey. If you have come out, if you’re considering coming out, or if you are questioning your sexual orientation or gender identity, we have news for you: this is normal. Finding yourself is an ongoing process. Even asking...

As part of the Opioid Rapid Response Program (ORRP), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) and the Office of Inspector General within the US Department of Health and Human Services(HHS OIG) establish trusted contacts who work within state public ...

Bisexual people have the capacity to form attraction and/or relationships to more than one gender. What is bisexuality? Bisexuality is a sexual orientation, and bisexual (commonly abbreviated to “bi”) people are those who have the capacity to form attraction...

ASTHO, with support and collaboration from CDC’s Opioid Rapid Response Program (ORRP), helps its members by conducting scenario-based preparedness exercises with health agency staff and diverse partners to support planning for and responding to disruptions in ...

Gay and lesbian people have the capacity to form attraction and/or relationships with a person of the same gender. What does “Gay” mean? Gay is an adjective that describes people who are physically, romantically, emotionally and/or spiritually attracted to o...

Association of State and Territorial Health Officials ASTHO, with support and collaboration from CDC’s Opioid Rapid Response Program (ORRP), helps its members by conducting scenario-based preparedness exercises with health agency staff and diverse partners to...

Within the asexual community, there are many ways for people to identify. What is Asexuality? It’s important to remember that asexuality is an umbrella term, and exists on a spectrum. Asexual people — also known as “Ace” or “Aces” — may experience little or ...

Each one of us can play a vital role in ensuring that all young people, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, are provided with safe, accepting, and supportive environments at home, at school and in their communities. Learn the signs, the...

Over the last several days, The Trevor Project has been supporting Black LGBTQ youth in crisis expressing a wide range of emotions over the senseless and unjust violence against Black Americans. No matter where you’re located, it’s possible that these current ...

Supporting LGBTQ victims and survivors and being there for them as they navigate the complexities of life after trauma is a crucial aspect of collective healing. Whether you are part of the LGBTQ community or not, it remains vital to provide a safe and empathe...

No matter where you live, you can access TrevorSpace, a safe and secure social networking site for LGBTQ+ young people and their allies. It’s a sad reality that parts of the world are hostile to sexual and gender minorities. Because of this, coming out or see...

It’s important to remember that gender roles aren’t set in stone. Welcome! There are a lot of different ways someone can express their gender or sex. Gender identity isn’t an easy topic to understand, and sometimes we need to unlearn some old ideas so we ca...