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Collage of different family related signsIf you are a parent, caregiver, or other family member of a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ) young person or an LGBT person forming your own family, this page is for you. When we post about family topics, you’ll find it here, from parenting advice to research about LGBT families.

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Family Blog—Supporting Gender Diverse Kids in School
Family Blog—Supporting Gender Diverse Kids in School
Schools can be a challenging space for trans and gender diverse kids. Read on for resources for parents to make it easier.
Family Blog–How Parents Can Help LGBTQ Youth Deal with Bullying
Family Blog–How Parents Can Help LGBTQ Youth Deal with Bullying
Parents play an important role in preventing and responding to bullying
Family Blog—Gender-Inclusive Approaches to Parenting
Family Blog—Gender-Inclusive Approaches to Parenting
All children can benefit from gender-inclusive parenting! Learn how and why to start today.
Family Blog—Queering Parenting: How LGBTQ Parents Are Challenging Gender Norms
Family Blog—Queering Parenting: How LGBTQ Parents Are Challenging Gender Norms
Could it be that being LGBTQ really does change the way we parent?
Family Blog–The Role of Parents in Preventing Alcohol and Drug Abuse with LGBTQ Youth
Family Blog–The Role of Parents in Preventing Alcohol and Drug Abuse with LGBTQ Youth
Unsure of how to talk to your LGBTQ teen about drugs and alcohol? Suspect your child is abusing drugs? Here’s what you can do.
Research Blog–Unique Considerations of Coming Out as LGBT in Mid-Life or Later
Research Blog–Unique Considerations of Coming Out as LGBT in Mid-Life or Later
As LGBT people in mid-life or later navigate coming out for the first time, they face unique concerns about credibility, spouses, and kids.
Family Blog—Growing Up with Gay Parents
Family Blog—Growing Up with Gay Parents
Thinking about raising children with your same sex partner? Here’s a personal story saying that it’s perfectly okay!
Research Blog—Treating Suicidality in LGB Youth: The Importance of Family Support
Research Blog—Treating Suicidality in LGB Youth: The Importance of Family Support
Can family-focused treatment reduce suicidality in LGB youth? For some teens, yes.
Family Blog—The Path to Parenthood for the LGBTQ Community
Family Blog—The Path to Parenthood for the LGBTQ Community
Following the Supreme Court ruling on marriage equality, what does adoption look like for LGBTQ parents? Challenges await, but hope abides!
Family Blog—The Importance of Being An Ally to Your Transgender Child
Family Blog—The Importance of Being An Ally to Your Transgender Child
Your child just came out as transgender. How should you respond? Bottom line: Be supportive.
Families Blog – How to Support a Loved One Who is Suffering from an Eating Disorder
Families Blog – How to Support a Loved One Who is Suffering from an Eating Disorder
Have a loved one struggling with an eating disorder but don’t know how to help? Here are tips to start the conversation and be...
Youth Blog – Coming Out to Asian and Pacific Islander American Families
Youth Blog – Coming Out to Asian and Pacific Islander American Families
A sneak peak at Asian Pacific Islander Americans' LGBTQ experience. Intersectionality matters!
Talking to Your Lesbian, Gay, or Bisexual Child About Sexual Orientation and Health
Talking to Your Lesbian, Gay, or Bisexual Child About Sexual Orientation and Health
My child came out – how do I talk to them about staying healthy and safe?
Coming Out to Parents
Coming Out to Parents
A special discussion with Dr. Ritch Savin-Williams about coming out to parents.


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Youth Blog – Out in the Workplace
Youth Blog – Out in the Workplace
Coming out in the workplace isn't easy. Here are some tips for how employers can create inclusive spaces.
Youth Blog – I Believe You, I Support You, It’s Not Your Fault: Supporting a Friend After Sexual Assault
Youth Blog – I Believe You, I Support You, It’s Not Your Fault: Supporting a Friend After Sexual Assault
The LGBTQ community is disproportionately affected by sexual violence. Here are some guidelines for supporting survivors.
Youth Blog – Don’t Be a Drag, Just Keep It Green
Youth Blog – Don’t Be a Drag, Just Keep It Green
LGBTQ justice and environmental justice go hand in hand. Help shape a better world by keeping it green.
Youth Blog – Identifying as LGBTQ in the Military
Youth Blog – Identifying as LGBTQ in the Military
Read about what it was like for one LGBTQ-identified person to serve in the U.S. Air Force.
Gender Nonconformity and Research
Gender Nonconformity and Research
Public health researchers often group many identities within the umbrella of transgender in research studies. What does this mean for health research?
Youth Blog – Filling your HIV Prevention Toolbox
Youth Blog – Filling your HIV Prevention Toolbox
New strategies are being researched to help people avoid becoming HIV positive. Read more to find out how to add new tools to your...
Youth blog – Protect Each Other by Getting Tested Together!
Youth blog – Protect Each Other by Getting Tested Together!
Knowing your HIV status is powerful! Testing together encourages people in relationships to be engaged and proactive about their health.