ABSTRACT
Coming Out, Coming In: Nurturing the Well-Being and Inclusion of Gay Youth in Mainstream Society describes the process of “coming in” to a welcoming and nurturing family, from both the teen's and the parents' perspective. Linda Goldman draws on her personal and professional experience as a school guidance counselor, child and adolescent therapist, parent, and a member of the national group PFLAG to build a common language and a new paradigm for understanding sexual orientation and gender identity as a part of mainstream culture. Through the information, exercises, anecdotes, and extensive bibliography of additional resources provided in the book, parents, school administrators and educators, community groups and counselors will find the tools needed to facilitate nurturing and safe environments for our LGBT youth.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part 1|85 pages
Understanding Gay Youth: Society's Mirror
part 2|105 pages
Interventions With LGBT Young People: Supporting a Healthy Outlook
part 3|78 pages
Possibilities for LGBT Participation in Daily Life: Evolving Relationships and Communities
part 4|49 pages
Creating Equality in Society: Resources and Supports