National survey finds safety and affirmation essential fundamental needs for LGBTQA+ young people ThuThursday 11 updated ThuThursday 11 Alexander Dalton gains happiness and fulfilment through advocacy work for LGBTQA+ youth. ( Share Print text only Cancel When nearly 5,000 LGBTQA+ young people were asked what makes them feel good about themselves, the answers that stood out the most were remarkably simple. One 17-year-old respondent answered: "When I'm laughing with my friends and I'm able to forget anxiety and depression because I love them and they make me happy." If you or anyone you know ...