Tim Gunn speaks to depressed LGBT youth in ‘It Gets Better’ video
Project Runway mentor Tim Gunn released a heartfelt message today to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth encouraging them to seek help if they are depressed or having thoughts about committing suicide.
In the above video, Gunn shockingly reveals he attempted suicide at age 17, pleads with teens to talk to someone if they are in despair and advocates The Trevor Project, a national crisis and suicide prevention organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth. He says:
There are people who can help you. You cannot do this alone, that is another profound message that I want to give to all of you. It really requires a collaboration between you and the people who love you-the people who you can depend upon, no matter who they are, as mentors. In my case, it took a very serious intervention to help me. And, it was a result of the botched suicide attempt to be blunt.
The public service announcement was filmed as part of the It Gets Better Project campaign.
Via Huffington Post
November 12th, 2010 at 8:22 am
It gives me hope every time I see more awareness regarding LGBT youth suicide. Today’s youth have it much more harder than we realize, especially given the advent of the internet, bullying is no longer relegated to just the nearby surroundings. In fact it can be even more widespread and devastating than ever, as was the case of Tyler Clementi. The Trevor Project is an excellent organization. I urge any troubled teen (or those that know one) to give them a call, if help is needed: l The Trevor Lifeline at: 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386). Together we can make a huge difference.
May 5th, 2013 at 4:15 pm
Tim I am a board member for the Mental Health Assoc of NYS for 10 years. We would like you to speak to our group on October in Albany, NY. You are a wonderful role model for people in NYS. You can help those depressed or thinking of suicide. We work daily trying to help the emotionally disturbed. Please help us. I admire you for your work and your outspoken skills. Thank you. Susan Murante