A-Z of mental health
Information and advice on a huge range of topics
Sexuality and mental health
Gives information about mental health support for lesbian, gay and bisexual and transgender people.
About sexuality and mental health
Information about the mental health and wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people is not collected at national level in the UK.
The available evidence suggests that LGBT people have a higher risk of experiencing suicidal feelings, self-harm, drug or alcohol misuse and mental health problems such as depression and anxiety.
The reasons for these findings are complex and not yet fully understood. However, mental health problems experienced by LGBT people have been linked to experiences of discrimination, homophobia and bullying.
Useful contacts
These organisations offer information and support for lesbian, gay and bisexual and transgender people.
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Helpline: 0300 999 5428 |
Support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people experiencing domestic violence |
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Gires (Gender identity research and education society) |
Information for trans people, their families and the professionals who care for them |
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GMFA develops a wide range of health promotion, including web and print advertising campaigns, booklets, websites, community building events, a magazine and groupwork |
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Information and support for LGBT people experiencing mental health problems |
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London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard Helpline: 0300 330 0630 |
Provides information and support through a confidential helpline. Also maintains an online database of LGB services and organisations throughout the UK and has an instant messaging service |
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Tel: 01273 234839 Email: info@mindout.org.uk |
MindOut is a mental health service run by and for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people. Based in Brighton and Hove, they provide local services as well as a number of national initiatives. |
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Promoting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community in City & Hackney |
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Online directory of qualified therapists who have adopted a positive stance on minority sexual and gender identities. |
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Info: 08000 50 20 20 |
Campaigns to achieve equality and justice for LGB people |