Coming Out and Seeking Support

When Sarah recognized she was a lesbian, she found support first from a gay teacher in her high school. Ed was sent to an ex-gay ministry when he first told his family he was gay. And international pop star Ricky Martin announced to the world that he was gay on his website. The experience of publicly identifying one-self as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) is deeply personal for each individual. But while the particulars vary, there are issues and questions shared by all. Should …