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i'm gay--how do I tell my parents?

For lesbians and gay men, the teenage years can be the most trying time of their lives. In addition to the ridicule that many gay high schoolers endure from their peers, it's during adolescence that some young people face the often-difficult task of coming out to their parents. If you're considering opening up to your mom or dad about your sexual orientation, but aren't sure how you should approach the subject with them, this article from PFLAG may help. It offers some questions to ask yourself to decide if the time is right, along with the stages that may parents pass through on the path to acceptance. All families are different, but if you think your parents will have a hard time with your homosexuality, it's definitely a good idea to prepare yourself before plunging into the Big Talk.

Thu, 16 Mar 2000 07:42:32 -0800