All adolescents struggle with issues surrounding sexuality and sex.
But the pressures on gay and lesbian youth are far greater due to the isolation and confusion many suffer. Paul Sathrum of NEA's Health Information Network spoke to Karen Anderson and Dusty Porter of the American Psychological Association on health issues affecting gay teens. Like all youth, gay and lesbian adolescents are navigating what can be difficult and confusing years. But unlike other youth, many gay teens are trying to find their way without the necessary support systems. Consequently, studies have found a higher rate of risk-taking behavior among these students.