Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Identities and Youth
Subtitle: Psychological Perspectives
Contributors: Anthony D'Augelli (Editor); Charlotte J. Patterson (Editor)
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: April 3, 2001
Language: eng
Number of pages: 304
ISBN-13: 9780195119534
First sentence: Development of a sexual identity, or formation of an identity that includes seeing oneself as a sexual being, is the process of engaging in sexual behaviors, forming attitudes about sexual experiences and sexuality, and navigating the social, emotional, and physical challenges of sexual behavior (Graber, Brooks-Gunn, &amp; Galen, 1998).