Supporting The Mental Health Of LGBTQ+ Students During Uncertain Times

Description  ChallengeThis webinar will assist faculty members with considering how they can create a learning environment that is more supportive to the mental health needs of LGBTQ+ students. Topics in the webinar address the specific, mental health challenges that have intensified for this student demographic as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.Key TakeawayAttendees will learn about the challenges facing LGBTQ+ students in a post-COVID academic setting and practical ways to better support the mental health of LGBTQ+ students. OverviewThere are a number of systemic challenges that affect the mental health of LGBTQ+ students. For instance, LGBTQ+ students in unsupportive learning environments lower GPAs, more absences, lower self-esteem, higher rates of depression, and less educational aspirations for completing a college degree.Following the rapid transition to online learning for the spring 2020 term, a number of emerging concerns also appeared for this student demograph