Support & Advice
PFLAG Atlanta tries to give you some advice on how to deal with a situation you might be facing
Will’s Coming Out Story
January 18, 2012
Others
If I had to give a reason I think most LGBT people are afraid to come out, it would have to be judgment. No matter the family you come from or the religion you believe in, there is always a chance that someone important in your life will judge you. It’s this fear that stops many of us from [...]
Tiffany’s Coming Out Story
January 18, 2012
Deciding to come out can be one of the hardest decisions for a LGBT person to make. It could mean anything from losing close friends to family turning their backs on you. On the flipside, it could mean being brought closer to family and friends who choose to support and defend you. Many teens, such [...]
A Letter to Louise : A Biblical Affirmation of Homosexuality
January 14, 2012
A Letter to Louise
A Biblical Affirmation of Homosexuality
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“I’m Christian, unless you’re gay”
December 9, 2011
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by DAN PEARCE on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011 · 6,440 COMMENTS · in BULLYING, READ, THINK, DEBATE
Today I want to write about something that has bothered me for [...]
What to do when your child says: “I’m gay!”
December 9, 2011
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Important Advice for Parents of Gay Children
Published on April 18, 2011 by Michael C. LaSala, Ph.D., LCSW in Gay and Lesbian [...]
My Child is GAY! Now What Do I Do?
December 9, 2011
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Bewildered? Confused? Angry? Feeling guilty? Worried? Believe me, you’re not alone. As the gay community comes out of the closet, parents by the hundreds of thousands are discovering that they are [...]
Could Your Teenager Be Gay?
December 9, 2011
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by Gabrielle Bauer
Originally Published in Today’s Parent
August 2005
Secretly, many parents hope not. But if the answer is yes, there’s a lot of support to help you and your child along [...]
When Your Child Says He/She is Gay/Lesbian
December 9, 2011
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Q: My 14 year-old claims to be gay. Help.
A: Right now, you may feel that you’re the only parent in the world facing this situation, but this question is one of the most [...]
When Your Child Tells You He’s Gay
December 9, 2011
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Your 16-year-old son comes to you for help on everything from friendships to French homework. The two of you banter for hours about politics, sports, and the latest television [...]
How To Come Out To Family and Friends
December 9, 2011
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One of the biggest struggles that gays, lesbians and transgendered individuals have to face is coming out to their family and friends. [...]
The Problem with the Belief that Child Sexual Abuse Causes Homosexuality / Bisexuality
December 9, 2011
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By Katy (© Pandora’s Project, 2009)
There is an assumption among some people that the reason people become homosexual or bisexual is because of trauma resulting from sexual [...]
Coming out to Family and Friends as being GLBT
December 9, 2011
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© 2009 Pandora’s Project By: Katy
“There is no one right or wrong way to come out. It’s a lifelong process of being ever more open and truewith yourself and others — done in your own way and in [...]
Dealing with a Friend Coming Out
December 8, 2011
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When someone tells you that they are gay, lesbian or bisexual try to be aware and/or remember that:
This person is apt to have spent many hours in thoughtful preparation and shares the [...]
Coming Out Stories Gallery
December 8, 2011
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Abbie’s Story
I am 18, and as I grasp this issue of homosexuality, I realize that it is something I always knew, sort of a silent understanding with myself, but life went [...]
How to come out to your parents
December 8, 2011
This content was not created by us. It was sourced from Dr. Richard Niolon, Ph.D. - http://www.psychpage.com/learning/library/gay/outparents.html
How to Come out to Parents
Coming Out to parents and family is a very difficult process. In part, it is about you. You are sharing something very [...]
The Stages of Coming Out
December 8, 2011
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Coming Out
Many authors and theorists have written about the Coming Out process. There are many models and many different stages proposed. What follows is [...]
Strong Silent Dads Speak Out – Audio Recording
October 16, 2011
in News, Support & Advice
On Oct 16, 2011 we had a panel of PFLAG Dads who spoke about their experiences with their kids coming out to them. Here is the audio. We apologize for the poor quality of the recording.
My life has really changed a lot. I am more optimistic…I just feel so good when I come to PFLAG. I told my [...]
Audio of our Trans Panel of Aug 21st 2011
September 18, 2011
On Aug 21st 2011, we had an incredible panel of trans individuals who shared their stories and experiences. Here’s audio of that panel :- (more…)
Ask the Expert: ‘I’m 15 and not out – but I’m being bullied anyway’
March 25, 2011
in News, Support & Advice
365Gay expert recommends PFLAG!
Opening the Straight Spouses’ Closet
January 28, 2011
Opening the Straight Spouses’ Closet. Finding out a spouse is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender can be difficult. Questions about sexual orientation, fidelity, self-esteem and fear often go unanswered. This recently updated and expanded publication provides insight into issues facing spouses, [...]