Teenage Homosexuality

Discusses with five gay teenagers (three women and two men) the isolation, loneliness, doubts, and parental problems related to growing up as a teenage homosexual. Interviews a mother about her daughter's homosexuality and Dr. Steven Coleman, a psychiatrist who works with gay teens, who both counsel acceptance by friends and relatives., A candid look at what it is like to be a gay adolescent. Five Houston teenagers discuss the difficulties of living a double life and of coming out with regard to their sexuality. The camera follows Ann as she prepares to attend her senior prom with a gay male escort. There is an interview with Ann's mother and a discussion with other gay teenagers. Dr. Steven Coleman, a psychiatrist who works with gay teenagers talks about the isolation and loneliness of his patients, parental attitudes and various theories about homosexuality.
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