Linda Goldman

Coming Out, Coming in

Nurturing the Well-Being and Inclusion of Gay Youth in Mainstream Society

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Coming Out, Coming In: Nurturing the Well-Being and Inclusion of Gay Youth in Mainstream Society describes the process of a oecoming ina 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.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• Seitenzahl: 48
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 251mm x 175mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 635g
• ISBN-13: 9780415958240
• ISBN-10: 0415958245
• Artikelnr.: 23593197

Inhaltsangabe

Huckaby, Foreword. Understanding Gay Youth: Society's Mirror. The World of
Gay Youth: From Exclusion to Inclusion. Dispelling Old Myths: Creating New
Insights. Coming Out: Finding Freedom to Be. Interventions with LGBT Young
People: Supporting a Healthy Outlook. Counseling Youth on LGBT Issues:
Towards Self-acceptance. Speak Up and Share: Self-expression and the
Creative Arts. The School Environment: Creating an Oasis of Safety.
Possibilities for LGBT Participation in Daily Life: Evolving Relationships
and Communities. Parenting LGBT Children: A Foundation for Love and
Support. Coming In: Gay and Lesbian Family Life. Community Counts: A Place
for Friends and Family. Conclusion: A Final Look at a New Beginning.
Creating Equality in Society: Resources and Supports. Resources on LGBT
Issues for Youth and Adults: Celebrating Diversity. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual
and Transgender Organizations: Support for All.