Sexual Orientation and Developmental Challenges Experienced by Gay and Lesbian Youth.

Rotheram-Borus, Mary Jane; Fernandez, M. Isabel

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ERIC Number: EJ519410

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1995

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Sexual Orientation and Developmental Challenges Experienced by Gay and Lesbian Youth.

Rotheram-Borus, Mary Jane; Fernandez, M. Isabel

Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, v25 suppl p26-34 1995

Discusses impact of defining homosexual orientation on development and identity formation of youths who "come out" during adolescence. Four dimensions are presented: recognizing oneself as lesbian or gay, exploring sexual orientation through the gay and lesbian community, disclosing sexual orientation to others, and becoming more comfortable with sexual orientation. (JBJ)

Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Coping, Depression (Psychology), Emotional Problems, Homophobia, Homosexuality, Individual Development, Lesbianism, Self Destructive Behavior, Self Injurious Behavior, Sexual Identity, Sexual Orientation, Sexuality, Suicide

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Language: English

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Note: Supplement: "Research Issues in Suicide and Sexual Orientation."