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A therapist's tips for coping with concerns with another Trump presidency as an LGBTQ+ person

"It's natural to be pissed off and fearful and defensive. It's about accepting that and finding a way to challenge that," a licensed psychotherapist tells The Advocate.

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This queer author is teaching kids to be kind: 'There is nothing political about kindness'

Jackson Cooper tells The Advocate about his new book, A Kids Book About Kindness, and its universal message everyone needs to hear.

23 masturbation tips for people with vaginas

Some beginner and expert tricks.

Resistance Fighters Require Self-Care

A Jewish LGBTQ family retreat was the self-care this activist needed, but we all need ways to unwind and disconnect from a hostile world.

5 Self-Care Tips for the (Rest of the) Trump Presidency

It's been about a year since the election. Here are five self-care tips for the rest of this God-forsaken nightmare.

The Case for Spirituality as Mental Health Self-Care for Queer Folks

While the institution of the church has shut so many LGBTQ+ people out, spirituality and tradition still offer much solace for those who feel alone.

Chicago Dyke March Organizers Are Crowdfunding a Self-Care Retreat

Amid criticism for a controversy involving Jewish Pride flags, the collective is now requesting community support to "rest, re-energize, and be in a space of pure love."

How We Can Raise Transgender and Bi Voices Within the LGBTQ Community

On the latest The Advocates podcast, we talk about self-care during hard times and how to be sure to remain vocal for trans and bisexual people. 

DOJ sues Utah for discriminating against incarcerated trans woman who self-castrated

People with gender dysphoria are protected by the Americans With Disabilities Act, said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke, and their rights "are not given up at the jailhouse door."

When Black Professionals Must Work Twice as Hard

Society remains glaringly unequal, which is why we must remember to take care of ourselves.

Gay People Have Been Taught to Be People-Pleasing Push-Overs

Our love and sex columnist offers advice on how to start making yourself priority number one.

Gender dysphoria diagnoses are steadily increasing. Here's what that means

A growing amount of gender dysphoria diagnoses in the U.S. suggest that more and more transgender people are seeking health care, even in states where the rate has gone down.

Study: 91 Percent of LGBTQ+ Teens Are Bullied in Trump's America

New research shows that bullying is pervasive and often includes factors beyond sexual orientation or gender identity.

Grindr to Offer Screenshot Blocking, Ability to 'Unsend' Pics

The gay hookup app also released a "Holistic Security Guide" to educate users on protective measures.