Chapter 23: Counseling LGBTQ Populations

Question 1

Bisexual

Answer 1

individuals who have an affectional and/or sexual attraction to members of both sexes

Question 2

Coming Out

Answer 2

The process of maintaining secrets about sexual orientation or gender identity issues can seriously affect relationships with friends and family. The decision to come out is extremely difficult for many individuals, and is often influenced by the overwhelming sense of isolation that they feel. Coming out to parents and friends can lead to rejection, anger, and grief. Coming out is an ongoing process for LGBTQ individuals—each time, they need to determine with whom and when to disclose. Coming out is often more difficult for ethnic minorities, who face the stigma of being “multiple minorities.”

Question 3

Gay

Answer 3

ndividuals who have an affectional and/or sexual attraction to a person of the same sex

Question 4

Gender dysphoria

Answer 4

is still considered a mental disorder

Question 5

Heterosexist bias

Answer 5

heterosexist bias and include a question on sexual behavior, attraction, or orientation; include questions about gender identity and pronoun preference. Be aware that LGBTQ clients may have specific concerns regarding confidentiality.

Question 6

Heterosexual

Answer 6

a culture expecting “normative” gender behavior)

Question 7

Lesbian

Answer 7

add

Question 8

LGBTQ

Answer 8

add

Question 9

Queer

Answer 9

add

Question 10

Sexual Orientation

Answer 10

add

Question 11

Transgender

Answer 11

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