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This essay explores the experiences of LGBTQ people in educational settings, highlighting the range of their gender identities and sexual orientations. It examines the complex effects of being LGBTQ in schools and the significant impact it can have on children’s mental health and general well-being. Though intended to be supportive places for social and personal growth, schools may sometimes turn into hostile environments for LGBTQ people, characterized by mistreatment, bullying, and a lack of understanding. This essay seeks to bring attention to the difficulties these students face by illuminating their experiences and providing insights into the complexities they face and the impact these experiences have on their mental health. The significance of creating more accepting and compassionate learning environments that put every student's mental health first.
