The peer-reviewed journal articles listed below investigate the effectiveness of a psychoeducational support group tailored for LGBTQAI adolescents. By incorporating psychoeducation within a supportive group environment, the research aims to address the mental health needs of LGBTQAI youth.Demonstrating LGBTQ+ Affirmative Practice in Groups: Developing Competence through Simulation-Based Learning.This article investigates the effectiveness of a psychoeducational support group tailored for LGBTQAI adolescents, drawing inspiration from previous research (Craig et al., 2022). By utilizing psychoeducation in a supportive group environment, the research aims to address the mental health needs of LGBTQAI youth. The study examines the impact of the group intervention on participants’ well-being. It explores the effectiveness of group work in promoting resilience and promoting mental health outcomes among LGBTQAI adolescents. It emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and affirming environment where psychoeducation can be integrated into group discussions, highlighting the potential benefits of this approach in addressing the challenges faced by LGBTQAI youth.Through participation in the group, members can expect measurable changes in their knowledge and understanding of LGBTQAI identities and experiences, as well as enhanced coping skills and resilience in dealing with minority stress and discrimination. The group aims to create a sense of belonging and support among members while developing effective communication and assertiveness skills for navigating relationships and social contexts.Efficacy of affirmative cognitive behavioural group therapy for sexual and gender minority adolescents and young adults in community settings in Ontario, CanadaThis article is intended to examine the effectiveness of AFFIRM, a brief affirmative cognitive-behavioral group intervention, in reducing psychosocial distress and enhancing coping among sexual and gender minority adolescents and young adults (SGMY). The participants were assigned to either an immediate 8-week AFFIRM intervention or an 8-week waitlisted control group. Results demonstrated significant reductions in depressive symptoms and improvements in hope, coping strategies, and stress assessment among the intervention group compared to the control group. Implementation outcomes indicated high levels of commitment and acceptance for AFFIRM, with low attrition rates. The study demonstrates the efficacy of AFFIRM in community-based settings for addressing depression and fostering coping with both universal and minority stressors among SGMY. [Craig et al., 2022].The group objectives are to enhance coping skills, reduce psychosocial distress, and improve mental well-being among LGBTQAI adolescents through a psychoeducational support group. Group members may anticipate significant changes in their coping strategies, such as increased utilization of adaptive coping mechanisms and decreased reliance on maladaptive coping behaviors. ReferenceCraig, S. L., Iacono, G., McInroy, L., Kirkland, A., Pascoe, R., & Kourgiantakis, T. (2022). Demonstrating LGBTQ+ Affirmative Practice in Groups:: Developing Competence through Simulation-Based Learning. Clinical Social Work Journal, 50(3), 297–307. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10615-022-00850-2Links to an external site. Shelley L. Craig, Andrew D. Eaton, Vivian W. Y. Leung, Gio Iacono, Nelson Pang, Frank Dillon, Ashley Austin, Rachael Pascoe, & Cheryl Dobinson. (2021). Efficacy of affirmative cognitive behavioural group therapy for sexual and gender minority adolescents and young adults in community settings in Ontario, Canada. BMC Psychology, 9(1), 1–15. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-021-00595-6Links to an external site.