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Life Beyond Therapy: Mentally healthy holidays

Michael Kimmel - Columnist, Gay San Diego
December 4th, 2012

As a psychotherapist, this is one of the busiest times of year. Why? Because “The Holidays” bring up so many unrealistic expectations for many of us. We get depressed because we compare ourselves, our gifts and our families with what we think other people experience or have. We all imagine everyone else is having a lot more fun than we are.

But honestly, we have no idea how happy or miserable anyone else is behind their façade. If you could sit in my chair and hear how unhappy most people are at this time of year, you’d stop envying them.

APA removes "gender identity disorder" from updated mental health guide

Dani Heffernan - Media Research Associate at GLAAD
December 3rd, 2012

On Saturday, the American Psychiatric Association’s board of trustees approved changes to the latest version of The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) that removed the term “Gender Identity Disorder” (GID) which has historically been

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In the Raw: 7 signs you need couples counseling

Jennine Estes, MFT – SDGLN'S Relationship Expert
November 30th, 2012

If your relationship is on the rocks, you might start to question whether or not you’re in the right situation. Before you throw in the towel, you should definitely consider couples counseling, which can help you learn to change your patterns as a couple and start to move forward in a more healthy way.

If you aren’t sure whether or not you’re in trouble, here are the signs that you need to seek counseling together:

Grief experts provide tips on coping with holidays after loss of a loved one

SDGLN Staff
November 22nd, 2012

SAN DIEGO – Signs of the long holiday season have descended upon us through vibrant store displays, jingling television and radio commercials, and a rush of decorative party invitations from employers, friends and family.

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How to deal with intolerant relatives over the holidays

Warren Matson - Chicago Phoenix
November 19th, 2012

“I just do not understand why all you gays need to rub it in our faces all of the time!”

I heard that statement yet again this weekend. Interestingly, I have yet to hear it without bitch slapping the person who said it — in my mind. Not a punch or kick, a bitch slap! Can you relate? I am sure many of you can, and I’m sure you understand that a healthy response is imperative in these situations if there is any hope that others will challenge their beliefs.

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10 tips for coming out

Randy Neece - Huffpost Gay Voices blogger
November 14th, 2012

For most people who are struggling to come out, way up at the top of "Life's Most Dreaded Moments" is uttering, "Mom, Dad, I have something to tell you: I'm gay." For many parents, it's not exactly the moment they've always dreamed about, either. Reactions from parents can range from, "Not if you want to continue being my son, you're not," to, "Duh, we've known since you were 6 and could sing 'Over the Rainbow' from start to finish."

"Ex-gay" therapy is harmful, UK government says

Scott Roberts - Pink News
November 13th, 2012

LONDON -- Culture Secretary and Minister for Women and Equalities Maria Miller has responded to a parliamentary question on gay conversion therapy by instructing Health Minister Norman Lamb to outline the government’s official position.

It was after Diane Johnson, the Labour MP for Kingston upon Hull North, asked Miller for her views on the subject in reference to counselors and psychotherapists who have sought to provide the discredited medical practice.

Study: No difference in development of foster kids adopted by gay or straight parents

LGBTQ Nation Staff Reports
October 23rd, 2012

High-risk children adopted from foster care by gay parents fare equally in their cognitive and emotional development as those adopted by heterosexual parents, according to a new UCLA study published in the October issue of the American Journal of Orthopsychiatry.

Lambda Legal launches mobile resource for LGBT youth

SDGLN Staff
October 17th, 2012

NEW YORK -- Lambda Legal today announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind online and mobile resource for LGBT youth.

The "Know Your Rights" hub will ultimately make all of Lambda Legal's resources more accessible online as well as on mobile devices including smart phones. The first hub was developed for LGBT youth and will provide comprehensive information about the laws and policies in place at the state and federal level to protect young people.

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VIDEO: Take the lead and help save a life

Abbe Land - Executive Director and CEO, The Trevor Project
September 4th, 2012

This September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time when we should all learn steps we can take to prevent the tragedy of suicide and take action to reduce risk for all people. During this month of awareness, I urge the LGBT community to take a stand and lead the fight to end suicide.

Do you know that suicide is the third leading cause of death among all youth, from as young as age 10 through age 24, and that LGBT youth attempt suicide at greater rates than straight youth? The worst part about these tragic statistics is that suicide can be prevented.

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