The other aspect is that Pride also celebrates the history of the LGBTQ+ community, which includes both pain and celebration. Feelings of connectedness in a community are linked with positive health.
How can Pride help with mental health?
Pride is a space where individuals in the LGBTQ+ community can connect. Isolation is reduced, and visibility is increased.
PsychPhilly is closed today in observance of Juneteenth.
The recent recognition of Juneteenth as a federal holiday is a great first step, but there is still so much work to be done.