Navigating Blue Monday: LGBTQ+ Perspectives and Bedtime Tricks

Blue Monday, often considered the 'saddest day of the year', was actually created as a marketing gimmick, but it inadvertently draws attention to mental health issues, particularly for the LGBTQ+ community. Data shows high rates of mental health challenges and suicide contemplation among LGBTQ+ individuals. Despite its commercial origins, Blue Monday provides an opportunity to address stigmas, encourage open dialogue, and advocate for better mental health support for all, including marginalized communities.