Homophobia & Bullying

Homophobia is the fear of homosexuality. Our society has developed such negative attitudes about homosexuality that many LGBTQ teens have come to fear it within themselves, on top of dealing with intense bullying from homophobic peers.

Homophobic Bullying and Your Health

Kayla was 14 when a rumor started: someone in her class said she was gay.

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The Locker Room and the Closet

In the world of professional sports, male athletes are usually expected to conform to stereotypes of "manliness."

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What is homophobia and what are the symptoms?
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I'm gay, but I'm afraid to come out because my parents and most of the people in my town hate gay people.
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