LGBT Youth Issues Today: A Reference Handbook

A Reference Handbook

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Gender Studies, Gay Studies
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Author: David E. Newton ISBN: 9781610693165
Publisher: ABC-CLIO Publication: April 21, 2014
Imprint: ABC-CLIO Language: English
Author: David E. Newton
ISBN: 9781610693165
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Publication: April 21, 2014
Imprint: ABC-CLIO
Language: English

The increasing numbers of LGBT teenagers who choose to live their lives as "out" youth face unique issues within their schools, families, and communities. This book provides information that will help LGBT youth overcome their challenges and give non-LGBT youth a better understanding of sexual identities different from their own.

• Addresses the major issues faced by LGBT youth, such as gaining acceptance of their sexual identity in the school environment or finding a means to survive after rejection by their family members

• Examines historic societal attitudes toward same-sex relationships involving young people, allowing readers to grasp how the general population's thinking has evolved

• Reviews and discusses the findings of literature on the causes of homelessness and suicidal ideation among LGBT youth

• Presents examples of ways in which LGBT youth have developed the skills that enable them to deal with their unique issues and concerns

• Includes an extensive list of resources and organizations that can provide additional information and assistance to both LGBT and non-LGBT individuals

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The increasing numbers of LGBT teenagers who choose to live their lives as "out" youth face unique issues within their schools, families, and communities. This book provides information that will help LGBT youth overcome their challenges and give non-LGBT youth a better understanding of sexual identities different from their own.

• Addresses the major issues faced by LGBT youth, such as gaining acceptance of their sexual identity in the school environment or finding a means to survive after rejection by their family members

• Examines historic societal attitudes toward same-sex relationships involving young people, allowing readers to grasp how the general population's thinking has evolved

• Reviews and discusses the findings of literature on the causes of homelessness and suicidal ideation among LGBT youth

• Presents examples of ways in which LGBT youth have developed the skills that enable them to deal with their unique issues and concerns

• Includes an extensive list of resources and organizations that can provide additional information and assistance to both LGBT and non-LGBT individuals

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