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Karen Solt, an eighteen-year-old nonconformist with an alcohol problem, is working at a gas station when a slick Navy recruiter railroads her into enlisting in the military. Before she knows it, she is on a ship in the Deep South, struggling to navigate not only a world much different from her small Northern Arizona hometown, but also her new discovery: she’s gay.

Raising children successfully involves understanding key concepts from child psychology and implementing effective strategies that support a child’s growth and development. By combining these following principles with your own intuition and experience, you can raise your children in a way that supports their emotional, cognitive, and social development while fostering a strong, loving relationship.

This child psychology book is a comprehensive guide that delves into the psychological development, behavior, and cognition of children from infancy through adolescence. It typically covers various topics such as cognitive development, emotional regulation, social interactions, language acquisition, and parenting strategies. This book is often blend research findings with practical advice for parents, educators, and caregivers to better understand and support children's psychological growth and well-being.

Between Shadow and Sun chronicles Tina White's fifty-year journey to womanhood: her efforts to make sense of life as a man; her awkward first steps into the world as a woman; her struggle to honor and love her family. It also captures the family's struggles to cope.

"Pride & Prejudice: Healing Division in the Modern Family" is a heartfelt exploration into the intricate balance between celebrating one's identity ("pride") and confronting ingrained biases ("prejudice"). Dr. Matt R. Salmon shares his experience growing up queer in a family and religion that condemned it. Drawing upon professional expertise and unique life experiences, this book offers a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities that arise in families with LGBTQ+ members.

It's Not Transphobic to Say Your Daughter Is A Girl: The Wise Lesbian Guide for Progressives allows parents to see the current explosive growth in girls seeking "gender transition" through the lens of sociology, gay and lesbian history, and recent data on the long-term risk of childhood and adolescent medicalization in the pursuit of expressing trans identities.

Journey to Lavender is a heartfelt and insightful reflection for parents, caregivers, and allies seeking to understand and support gender-diverse children with compassion and acceptance. Written from a mother’s perspective, this book explores the complexities of gender identity while reflecting on her lived experiences and lessons learned. With empathy and openness, the author shares her evolving understanding of the gender spectrum, offering guidance on creating a nurturing, judgment-free environment that honors each child’s unique path.

What if I don't know how to "do stuff" all the other gays can do? What if I don't know the name of that gay Netflix movie? What if I'm not obsessed with Jennifer Coolidge like everyone else? Am I really bad at being gay? While being gay has become more socially and legally acceptable, there's a...

So often trans and nonbinary people’s stories are told only through the lens of their struggles and challenges, including their political battles for legal rights, but trans and nonbinary people live rich and fulfilling lives full of joy and community too. Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and Their Families is a sweeping compilation of life stories and portraits of trans and nonbinary people, as well as their partners, parents, children, siblings, and chosen family members.

After her parents' divorce in 1974, Lisa Lucca's idyllic Midwestern childhood is shattered when she learns her father is gay. Sworn to secrecy, she begins carrying the emotions of her family like a cracked bucket, making a mess as she embarks on a life of rebellious choices. Decades later, faced with the aftermath of her father’s death, Lisa revisits the complicated relationship she had with him, delving deeper into the stories she’s held about love, sexuality, and the family she comes from with a shimmering clarity that arises from her grief.

Picking up where he left off at the end of his widely praised debut memoir, One of These Things First, Gaines recounts his hilarious, sometimes poignant attempt to forge a writing career and a successful love life in the gay world of the 1970s. He has limited success until he falls in love with an older woman dying of cancer.

Every story needs a hero. Sanctuary tells a story where the Church is the hero. Using experiences from his own life, Harry Schenkel relates how the Church has been the safe place and guiding light through many of life’s darkest moments. From drug addicted parents, to family sexual abuse, through a broken marriage, and his first son’s struggle with sexual identity, the Church, built upon the love and grace of Jesus Christ, has been Harry’s sanctuary. By telling his story, he hopes that the Church will be your sanctuary also.

Madres del triángulo rosa es una mirada sincera hacia atrás, desde el momento en el que su hijo mayor, en su habitación de adolescente, le confesó que no le gustaban las mujeres. Ella, una mamá de esas que entrega todo por sus hijos, se dijo a sí misma que lo amaría por encima de todo...

Welcome to my World of Modern Romance. I want to take you on a journey around many kinds of love: self love, marriage, lust and sex, and everything in between. I live in a realm between a romance fantasy land and being a hopeless romantic. What can I say, I find bits of myself in all of them! It became blatantly apparent last year, in 2020. What an insane year! Turns out I have quite a vulnerable heart and I tend to give into these romantic tendencies that have been both a blessing and a curse.

The goal of Trans-Parent Love is to help promote conversations that get people talking about the questions, concerns, and commonalities we have with each other while navigating change. In our current culture, our children are leading a revolution of honesty, bravery, and transparency that is both beautiful and baffling for parents and family members. When a person identifies as transgender, they have had this internal conversation for quite some time. Like any change in plans, it can provoke anger, denial, bargaining, depression, and ultimately acceptance and PRIDE.

"Breaking Barriers: The Journey to LGBT+ Equality" by Tony Churchill is a powerful and inspiring exploration of the LGBT+ community's fight for rights and recognition. This comprehensive guide charts the progress made from the early victories in marriage equality and anti-discrimination laws to the ongoing battles for transgender rights and global acceptance. With vivid storytelling and poignant insights, Churchill captures both the victories and the challenges, making it an essential listen for anyone committed to understanding and advancing the cause of LGBT+ equality.

Are you dreaming of starting a family but feeling overwhelmed by the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ parents? Or perhaps you’re already a parent looking for guidance that truly understands your experiences. You’re not alone. Many LGBTQ+ individuals share these concerns, longing for resources that embrace and celebrate their identity as parents.

Are you in a mixed-orientation marriage where you or your partner identify as LGBTQ+? You’re not alone. Thousands of couples face similar challenges, and while it may feel overwhelming, there is a path to understanding, acceptance, and love. This guide offers practical tools and strategies for navigating the complexities of mixed-orientation marriage, whether you’re dealing with coming out, family dynamics, or legal and financial considerations.

Are you concerned about the safety of your children in today's rapidly changing world? Do you want to shield your loved ones from the perils of bullying, drug abuse, and harassment? Dive into a compelling journey with author Ronald Webb, a compassionate father, as he unveils a treasure trove of wisdom for parents, teachers, and bystanders, ensuring the well-being of our future generation.