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Homosexuals and their Families
What are Homosexuals by Definition
Of, relating to, or having a sexual orientation to persons of the same sex.
n.
A homosexual person; a gay man or a lesbian.
Myths You May Come Across
Sexually abused children grow up Gay.
There is no scientific research that has proven the sexual orientation of children can be directly changed due to trauma.
LGBT people don't live as long as heterosexuals
This myth can be traced directly to the research Paul Cameron wrote, specifically a paper he co-wrote called "The Lifespan of Homosexuals." The paper does not list any logical facts.
Gay people are more prone to be mentally ill and to abuse drugs and alcohol.
Most major mental health organizations recordedly state that homosexuality is not and does not contribute to any mental disorders.
Who does "coming out" affect?
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Website: Helpmykid.org
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Phone: 7896780987
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Questions parent may ask themselves
-How do I keep my LGBT son or daughter safe?
-How do I help?
-How do I take care of myself and come to terms with confused or negative feelings I have for my child?
What can you do? How can you help?
The best way to help your child is to support them and show them love. You should engage with your child. Show them respect, care and devotion.
How can you keep your LGBT son or daughter safe?
You might think that it is up to you as a parent to keep your child safe, it can be hard in that sense that this is one battle that is not up to you to win. That includes worrying if your child would "fit in" or "get along with other students at school. The information that now your child is a part of a small minority's can be stressful for most parents. Some parents can get depressed about the sexual orientation or gender identity of their children. It is difficult for parents to realize they can only do nothing to change their children's sexual orinentation.