Coming Out to Adult Family Members

The process for coming out to adults requires the same careful process as coming out to children. However, there are many more considerations such as background, culture and familiarity with some of the words they will be hearing in a new context (you). The glossary may be a big help at this time.

Dr. McLaughlin presents some good thoughts for you to consider.

Coming Out as Bisexual

Dr. Schick offers some insight on how and why to come out as bisexual.

If you have questions or other insights, let AFCI here from you.

Coming Out as Trans

A key reason for coming out as LGBTQ+ is legal. Trans people are targets of bullying, social ostracizing, hate crimes and unequal basic human rights.

The reasons for coming out are to be considered carefully and measured against your current family circumstances.

Select a topic to explore further.
COMING OUT TO YOURSELF
LIVING YOUR IDENTITY
COMING OUT TO ADULT FAMILY
ALWAYS COMING OUT
COMING OUT TO SPOUSE