Affirm My Identity, Save My Life: A Scoping Review of Suicide Prevention Efforts for LGBTQ + Youth in K-12 Schools.

Sarah M Stilwell, Briana A Scott, Heather Murphy, Esther Lee

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Sarah M StilwellDepartment of Health Behavior and Health Equity, University of Michigan School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-0537-9876

Briana A ScottDepartment of Health Behavior and Health Equity, University of Michigan School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.

Heather MurphyInstitute for Firearm Injury Prevention, University of Michigan Office for Vice President of Research, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.

Esther LeeDepartment of Health Behavior and Health Equity, University of Michigan School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.

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Firearm Safety Among Children and Teens (FACTS): Multi-Disciplinary Research Training ProgramT32HD108054 · NICHD · UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR · PI Patrick M. Carter, Marc A Zimmerman · 2022 to 2026

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NICHD NIH HHS T32 HD108054

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Abstract

Suicidality among adolescents is a significant public health issue, with suicide being the second leading cause of death in the 10-14 year-old age group (CDC, 2024). Youth identifying as LGBTQ + (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or questioning/queer), in particular, experience disproportionately high rates of suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STB), often exacerbated by bullying, stigma, discrimination, and lack of support. Research indicates that protective factors, such as supportive adults, inclusive policies, and safe school environments, can reduce the risk of STB. Schools are uniquely positioned to implement suicide prevention strategies, including anti-bullying programs, LGBTQ + curricula, and mental health training for students and staff. This scoping review investigates the landscape of school-based efforts to prevent STB among LGBTQ + youth in K-12 schools over the past three decades (1994-2024). Focusing on implementation strategies, approaches, and design elements, this scoping review seeks to understand: What suicide prevention efforts have been implemented in K-12 schools to support LGBTQ + youth? Findings from the review suggest that school-based efforts (

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LGBTQ youthSchool-based programsScoping reviewSuicidalitySuicide prevention

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PMID41868270

DOI10.1007/s12310-025-09797-4

PMCPMC13003943

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