A recent study from the Trevor Project and the Movement Advancement Project highlights the impact of anti-LGBTQ+ state laws on the well-being of LGBTQ+ youth. The report reveals that 39% of LGBTQ+ young people have contemplated relocating to another state due to hostile policies, while 4% have already made the move. Additionally, the research indicates that 9% have had to cross state lines for medical care. The study emphasizes the detrimental effects of recent political changes on mental health, with 90% of respondents citing negative impacts on their well-being.
Ninety percent of LGBTQ+ young people reported that recent politics negatively affect their well-being, with 37 percent experiencing this impact sometimes and 53 percent experiencing it a lot.
The study found that 39 percent of respondents reported considering moving to a different state and 4 percent actually moved due to LGBTQ-related politics or laws.
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