The struggles faced by LGBTQ youth during COVID-19 lockdowns

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When schools closed abruptly in March, some LGBTQ youth were forced to move back in with unaccepting and homophobic relatives

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. Fearful for their safety, some have been going back into the closet, according to new Canadian research., Trent University Master’s psychology student Bre O’Handley found young people on guard and hiding their sexuality or gender identity around unsupportive or outright hostile family members. Some described relatives mocking, criticizing or pressuring them to “become straight.

Helen Kennedy, executive director of Egale Canada, has witnessed frightened teens going back into the closet during the pandemic. Egale runs a small online and in-person school for LGBTQ2+ students aged 16 to 20. Many live with their friends, others on the streets. Some who live at home face verbal or physical violence, with lockdowns only magnifying problems, Kennedy said.

Advocates are urging organizations to strengthen the supports they offer online. For instance, Egale launched, an awareness campaign that includes resources for LGBTQ Canadians struggling with isolation and familial rejection during quarantines. Moving back home with his parents and brother was a painful experience for one 21-year-old transgender man in Ottawa, who asked not to be identified to protect his family’s privacy.

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Study of 794 people. Huh! They are sad. Ok How many straight teens are at home depressed because they can't see boyfriends or girlfriends. It's the same shit EVERYONE is dealing with. YOU HAVE FAMILY PROBLEMS! Suck it up! Dads a loser and Moms a drunk. That's FAMILY!

Oh wow! Poor people. Third world problems. The seniors and loved ones are living the Dream right now. Call a goddamn whambulance!

The most affected youth are the toddlers who aren't socializing. The schools are going to have a great big bunch of very shy and timid kids to deal with when this is over.

How does being LGBT change anything about being in lockdown?

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