Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Identities and Youth Psychological Perspectives

by D'Augelli, Anthony R.; Patterson, Charlotte J.

• ISBN13: 9780195119534
• ISBN10: 0195119533
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-05-03
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

The essays in this volume explore the psychological dimensions of lesbian, gay, and bisexual identities from puberty to adulthood. The essays focus upon three general areas: theoretical frameworks that are important in understanding the development of sexual orientation in adolescence, challenges faced by lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) youth, and issues related to interventions and services for LGB youths in community settings. Changes in biological processes, relationships, and community interactions influence the emergence of sexuality in all young people. The process is more complex and difficult for LGB teenagers. Fortunately, the cultural changes that have allowed LGB youths to become more open about themselves at earlier ages have also allowed social and behavioral scientists the opportunity to study them. This volume presents authoritative, research-based reviews of this ever-increasing area of study and social concern.

Author Biography

Anthony R. D'Augelli is Professor of Human Development at The Pennsylvania State University. Bharlotte J. Patterson is Professor of Psychology at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville.

Table of Contents

Conceptual Frameworks

Psychosocial Change at Puberty and Beyond: Understanding Adolescent Sexuality and Sexual Orientation

Biological Factors in the Development of Sexual Orientation

Exotic becomes Erotic: Integrating Biological and Experiential Antecedents of Sexual Orientation

Psychological Challenges

Toward a Reconceptualization of the Coming-Out Process for Adolescent Females

Developmental Trajectories of Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Youths

Intimacy Development, Gender, and Ethnicity among Sexual-Minority Youths

Issues for Intervention and Social Change

Avoiding HIV/AIDS and the Challenge of Growing Up Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual

The Experiences of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youths in University Communities

The Victimization of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youths

Counseling Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youths

Educational Reform and Sexual Identity: Conflicts and Challenges

Social Change, Sexual Diversity, and Tolerance for Bisexuality in the United States

Index

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