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Being Accepted, Not Just Tolerated, Is Good for Mental Health.
Document Type
Article
Author
Source
Educational Leadership. Dec2020/Jan2021, Vol. 78 Issue 4, p45-49. 5p.
Subject
*COWORKER relationships
*LGBTQ+ teachers
*SOCIAL belonging
*PEER acceptance
*MENTAL health of teachers
*COVID-19 pandemic
*EMPATHY
Language
ISSN
0013-1784
Abstract
The article suggests ways on how LGBTQ teachers can support their LGBTQ colleagues truly thrive and feel a sense of belonging which are essential for their mental health in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ways of creating a more inclusive school community include connecting with colleagues, openly answer questions and controversial issues, and showing empathy by being caring.