The father was absent from the situation, and the mother appeared overwhelmed. The kid ran the show, and he got what he wanted by throwing fits, stomping his feet and pouting. The mother doted on her son, and spoke to him in a syrupy baby talk that made my skin crawl. On my first day on the job, the mother took me on a tour of the house.

When Teenagers Question Their Sexuality



The Sex Lives of Christian Teens
Sex Education has already proved to be one of the most refreshing shows about growing up and adolescent sexuality, but with its second season, it goes down in the history books as one that sets the bar for nuanced portrayals of queer teens. By the time the credits roll at the end of Sex Education season two, the beloved Netflix series is one of the queerest teen comedies ever — out of the main characters, nearly half of them have exhibited queerness in one way or another. He's best friends with protagonist and sex wizard Otis Milburn Asa Butterfield , but the show has never reduced him to the trite archetype of gay best friend or comic relief. Sure, he's downright hilarious and isn't afraid to stunt when it comes to his outfits never forget that iconic African head wrap and heels moment , but Sex Education has always treated Eric as a multifaceted human being. He has his own set of values, such as his faith and the church community he's part of with his family. And in a queer television landscape that's mostly white, the fact that he's of Ghanaian and Nigerian descent is crucial. Eric, with all of his dimensions, is one of the most revolutionary gay characters on TV.


10 Myths About Lesbians You Need to Stop Believing Now
Because we all need something to binge-watch this weekend. Created by Leyla Perez and her girlfriend Christine Ng, this series attempts to debunk the stereotypes of lesbian relationships. As you watch this couple attempt to get out of their comfort zone you will be reminded that ALL couples are a little crazy. It's not just you and your girlfriend. Don't cringe when you read that it's a " Girls -esque series" about young queers in Brooklyn, because it's a lot more than that.




Positive environments are important to help all youth thrive. On this page, find resources from the CDC, other government agencies, and community organizations for LGBT Youth, their friends, educators, parents, and family members to support positive environments. Some LGBT youth are more likely than their heterosexual peers to experience negative health and life outcomes. It is critical for the parents, guardians, and other family members of LGBT youth to have access to the resources they need to ensure their LGBT children are protected and supported. Because some LGBT youth are more likely than their heterosexual peers to experience bullying or other aggression in school, it is important that educators, counselors, and school administrators have access to resources and support to create a safe, healthy learning environment for all students.