Lack of social acceptance, family rejection, and systemic discrimination contribute to elevated rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation within the community.

: The acronym stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning . Some expanded versions, like LGBTIQCAPGNGFNBA , include intersex, asexual, pansexual, and gender-nonconforming identities .

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