Readings
- Bregman, H. R., Malik, N. M., Page, M. J., Makynen, E., & Lindahl, K. M. (2013). Identity profiles in lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth: The role of family influences. Journal of Youth & Adolescence, 42(3), 417–430.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. - Collier, K. L., van Beusekom, G., Bos, H. W., & Sandfort, T. M. (2013). Sexual orientation and gender identity/expression-related peer victimization in adolescence: A systematic review of associated psychosocial and health outcomes. Journal of Sex Research, 50(3/4), 299–317.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. - Pachankis, J. E., & Goldfield, M. R. (2004). Clinical issues in working with lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients. Psychotherapy: Theory, Research, Practice, Training, 41(3), 227–246.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. - Ryan, C. (2010). Engaging families to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth: The family acceptance project. Prevention Researcher, 17(4), 11–13.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. - Saewyc, E. M. (2011). Research on adolescent sexual orientation: Development, health disparities, stigma, and resilience. Journal of Research on Adolescence, 21(1), 256–272.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
Media
- Laureate Education (Producer.) (2014c). Coming out stories [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.
Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 42 minutes.
Please use some of the resources listed above.
Promoting Well-Being in LGBT Youth
To help prepare for this Discussion, read the following scenario:
Seamus, a 13-year-old boy, walks into your office and for the first time reveals that he is gay. Seamus asks you for help with “coming out” to his parents.
- Think about what considerations (e.g., intended and unintended consequences of his decision) you would want him to take into account before he approaches his family and others.
- Think about what you should do to prepare to speak with Seamus about his concerns. What might you suggest to Seamus?
- Consider any concerns that Seamus may have.
- Think about possible suggestions you might have for Seamus in approaching is family, if any.
- Identify possible consequences of his decision.
- Consider strategies you might share to reduce Seamus’ risk or bolster his resilience
Post by Day 3:
Explain at least two important factors that you would consider when preparing to talk with Seamus about his concerns. Then explain at least one factor Seamus should consider before approaching his family. Finally, explain at least one strategy to reduce risk or to bolster Seamus’ resilience in the face of possible negative consequences with his family.
