How Homophobia Hurts Children: Nurturing Diversity at Home, at School and in the Community

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In this compelling and sympathetic volume, the Chair of Arizona's Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Issues Committee and Co-Chair of Wingspan's Youth Services Committee breaks down the myths surrounding homosexuality that still pervade many schools and school playgrounds. Making her argument from the psychological perspective of the children involved, Baker presents successful practices and policies that can not only make schools a safer place, but can help GLBT youth to understand that they can grow up to lead normal, happy lives.

Jean M. Baker, a past President of the Arizona Psychological Association, currently serves as Chair of its Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Issues Committee. A member of several psychological and gay and lesbian associations, she has received numerous awards for her contributions to these committees. She is also the author of Family Secrets: Gay Sons, A Mother's Story.

"A passionate argument for parents, for schools and for communities to take the lead in shattering the silence around homosexuality, a silence that gay and lesbian youth cannot break by themselves." - Andrew R. Gottlieb, Ph.D. "This is a book that all educators...as well as mental health professionals should read." - Alan L. Storm, Ph.D.