Coming Out as a GLBT Teen
Coming out refers to openly declaring that you are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender. It can be empowering and exciting, but it can also present challenges. Get information on making this very important decision.
Why Staying Closeted Can Cause Harm to Gay Teens
Not everyone gets why it can be hard to "stay in the closet" and not tell people you are GLBT, but there are many reasons that gay teens want to come out.
Not everyone gets why it can be hard to "stay in the closet" and not tell people you are GLBT, but there are many reasons that gay teens want to come out.
How Can I Tell Friends I Like Other Girls?
A teen wonders how she can tell her friends that she likes other girls.
A teen wonders how she can tell her friends that she likes other girls.
Can I Tell My Friends I Like Other Girls - How Can I Tell My Friends …
When you are just figuring out that you are gay, lesbian or bisexual, coming out to your friends can be tough. A reader wonders, "How can I tell my friends I like other girls?"
When you are just figuring out that you are gay, lesbian or bisexual, coming out to your friends can be tough. A reader wonders, "How can I tell my friends I like other girls?"
What's It Like Coming Out to Friends
Coming out to friends can be scary. But often friends are really supportive.
Coming out to friends can be scary. But often friends are really supportive.
Lesbian and Bisexual Teen Girls Share Their Coming Out Experiences
Lesbian and bisexual teens share their coming out experiences.
Lesbian and bisexual teens share their coming out experiences.
Gay Teens Share Their Coming Out Experiences
Gay teens share their coming out experiences.
Gay teens share their coming out experiences.
Coming Out When (and if) the Time is Right
There's no one time or way to come out. Some teens feel safe and supported and ready to come out, and others don't. The time to come out might be today. It might be tomorrow. Or it might be a a long way off.
There's no one time or way to come out. Some teens feel safe and supported and ready to come out, and others don't. The time to come out might be today. It might be tomorrow. Or it might be a a long way off.
Common Concerns About Coming Out
This two part article addresses common concerns of coming out including, being treated differently by family and friends, and facing homophobia.
This two part article addresses common concerns of coming out including, being treated differently by family and friends, and facing homophobia.
How Do I Know When to Come Out?
Even if you are comfortable announcing your sexual orientation, deciding when to come out can be tough.
Even if you are comfortable announcing your sexual orientation, deciding when to come out can be tough.
Start a Conversation About Being GLBT
Here are some concrete ways to start a conversation about being gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.
Here are some concrete ways to start a conversation about being gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.
National Coming Out Day
National Coming Out Day is an event designed to encourage the GLBT individuals to publicly declare their sexual orientations and gender identities.
National Coming Out Day is an event designed to encourage the GLBT individuals to publicly declare their sexual orientations and gender identities.
Should I Come Out in College
A lot of people decide to come out in college. Often it's a really good experience. But just like coming out at any time, it's one that you should give some thought to.
A lot of people decide to come out in college. Often it's a really good experience. But just like coming out at any time, it's one that you should give some thought to.
What is "Outing?"
Outing is telling people that someone else is gay without their permission.
Outing is telling people that someone else is gay without their permission.
Lesbian Teen Coming Out Advice
About's guide to Lesbian Life give teens coming out advice.
About's guide to Lesbian Life give teens coming out advice.
Coming Out to Your Parents
Helpful information on coming out to your family.
Helpful information on coming out to your family.
Gay Teens Coming Out Earlier to Peers and Family
A USA Today article on teens coming out.
A USA Today article on teens coming out.