Charlotte youth’s suicide prompts support, evokes emotion

Matt Comer

qnotes

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Facebook Adds New Suicide Prevention Tools and a Fill-in-the-Blank Gender Option

Carolyn Cox

The Mary Sue

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Leelah Alcorn suicide: Parents 'stopped best friend from attending transgender teenager's funeral' (UK)

ANDREW BUNCOMBE 
The independent

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HUNDREDS RALLY IN D.C. TO DEMAND ACTION IN THE WAKE OF TRANS TEEN LEELAH ALCORN'S SUICIDE: VIDEO

KYLER GEOFFROY
towleroad

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Leelah Alcorn’s Transgender Suicide Sparks ‘Leelah’s Law’ Petition To Ban Conversion Therapy

Zoe Mintz 
International Business Times

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ezs note:  You can switch over to change.com by accessing it in the first paragraph.  If you have not done so yet, please e-write the President, Nancy Pelosi, and Harry Reid.  C'mon, it only takes a minute - and it may save a life.

Transgender military veterans at greater risk of suicide

Science Codex

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How do I help someone who is self harming? (UK)

Jo-Anne Rowney
http://www.getbucks.co.uk

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Suicide Prevention Month: Because One Life Lost Is Too Many

Nathan M. Schaefer
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/

to read more, go to:  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/nathan-m-schaefer/suicide-prevention-month-_b_5882834.html

ezs note:  I know that things really suck sometimes - - but there really  is help!!  Look for a competent psychologist or psychiatrist.

Clementi family become advocates after suicide

SEAN CARLIN
http://fox11online.com

to read more, go to:  http://fox11online.com/2014/09/21/clementi-family-become-advocates-after-suicide/

Study: Gay youth four times more likely to attempt suicide (UK)

Natassja Zielinski
http://www.pinknews.co.uk

to read more, go to:  http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2014/07/31/study-gay-youth-four-times-more-likely-to-attempt-suicide/

ezs note:  Are you or a friend feeling depressed?  Please, get help now.  We can bring this alarming statistic down!

First inclusion alliance school to open

Lesa Jones
http://www.baledger.com


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Study: Two thirds of gay teens have considered suicide, while 80% are bullied (UK)

Stefan Nichols
http://www.pinknews.co.uk


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Transgender, partner found dead (India)

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com


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ezs note:  Please, don't become another terrible statistic.  If you find yourself despairing - even just a bit - seek a licensed, board certified counselor now!

Transgender Sexual Violence Survivors Are Slipping Through the System

Michael Munson
http://www.huffingtonpost.com


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ezs note:  If you or someone you know is a transgender victim of sexual violence, help is on the way!!  In the US, Canada, and most of Europe, police departments will help you.  It's a big improvement.  But don't let it fester - do something!!
        

Mothers of Suicide Victims: 'Idaho Didn't Protect Our Children'

GEORGE PRENTICE
http://www.boiseweekly.com

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\ezs note: Mothers, fathers, and friends of transgender youth - there ARE things you can do to make your kid's life better.

1. Organizations such as PFLAG are there for you.  You can check to see where the nearest meeting is by contacting their Web address: www.pflag.org

2.  Talk to your children about seeking help.  Your child may not have the abilities to winnow out the losers. ("reparative therapy" is a good example)  You can pick out the good ones.

3. Talk to your child's teacher(s) in a friendly but FIRM manner that she/he is NOT a freak.  If the teacher insists that your child just 'get with the program', suggest that she/he take up welding instead.  At least she/he won't be able to harm any more children.

4. If there is no good program in your area, dial 1-800-273-TALK. There are good people there who are willing to help though the distress you are feeling.

Friday Kaimin transgender suicide

 Megan Marolf
http://www.montanakaimin.com

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3 of 4 Transgender Victims of Violence at School Attempt Suicide

 Dennis Romero
http://www.laweekly.com

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ezs note:  Hey, don't try and go it alone!  Contact the nearest competent licensed psychologist.  If money is an issue, your locality may offer discounted prices.  But go!

High risks for transgender students (New Zealand)

http://www.radionz.co.nz

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ezs note:  No matter where in the world you are, it's just silly to believe that you can 'go it alone'.  Find a respected licensed psychologist. But be warned: those who would have you believe that they can make you into a 'ex-transgender' is a  QUACK!!!  

Dr. V, Sports Journalism, and Why Sensitivity Matters

MATT SCHIAVENZA
http://www.theatlantic.com

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Jenya Kushin: Youth suicide is preventable

Jenya Kushin

http://www.gazettenet.com/

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ezs note:  Make the holidays brighter!  If you need help, see a competent counselor NOW!