Complete a discussion post examining the following questions:
What are some of the considerations that your clients may desire to explore in considering coming out to family members?
How might you as an MFT be able to help individuals and families who are experiencing coming out as a crisis?
Length: 300 words
Your discussion question activities should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.
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RESOURCES (Only use the resources that I have provided)
Is “coming out” still relevant? Social justice implications for lgb-membered families
Alonzo, D. J., & Buttitta, D. J. (2019). Is “coming out” still relevant? Social justice implications for lgb-membered families. Journal of Family Theory and Review, (3), 354.
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Scaffolding in family relationships: A grounded theory of coming out to family
Jhang, J. (2018). Scaffolding in family relationships: A grounded theory of coming out to family. Family Relations , 67(1), 161–175.
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Lesbians, gay men, and their parents: Family therapy for the coming-out crisis
LaSala MC. (2000). Lesbians, gay men, and their parents: Family therapy for the coming-out crisis. Family Process, 39(1), 67–81.
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Coming-out to family members and internalized sexual stigma in bisexual, lesbian and gay people
Pistella, J., Salvati, M., Ioverno, S., Laghi, F., & Baiocco, R. (2016). Coming-out to family members and internalized sexual stigma in bisexual, lesbian and gay people. Journal of Child and Family Studies, 25(12), 3694–3701.
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