Books For Gay and Lesbian Youth
Teen Non-Fiction (with covers)
Parent Non-Fiction (with covers)
Staff Non-Fiction (with covers)
Free Your Mind
Ellen Bass
Free Your Mind is the definitive practical guide for
gay, lesbian, and bisexual youth -- and their families, teachers,
counselors and friends. For too long, gay youth have wanted to be
themselves and to feel good about it, but most have been isolated,
afraid, harassed, or worse. Their very existence has been ignored,
whispered about, or swept under the rug.
But each day more
and more lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth are standing up,
speaking out, breaking down stereotypes, demanding rights and
recognition -- shining. In this book, young people share their joy
and their pain, their hopes and fears, the formidable obstacles
they have faced and overcome, and the exciting opportunities they
have discovered.
Free Your Mind speaks to the basic aspects
of the lives of gay, lesbian and bisexual youth: Self-Discovery;
Friends and Lovers; Family; School; Spirituality; Community. Alive
with the voices of more than fifty young people, rich in accurate
information and positive practical advice, Free Your Mind talks
about how to come out, deal with problems, make healthy choices
about relationships and sex, connect with other gay youth and
supportive adults, and take pride and participate in the gay and
lesbian community. Free Your Mind also presents detailed guidance
for adults who want to make the world safer for lesbian, gay and
bisexual youth.
Published by Perennial Currents.
