What is the acronym LGBT?
Q: What is the acronym LGBT?
A: LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender.
Q: What does the letter "Q" often refer to in the acronym LGBT?
A: The letter "Q" often refers to either queer or questioning.
Q: What do many LGBT student groups and books include in their literature?
A: Many LGBT student groups and books include questioning in their literature.
Q: According to the American Psychological Association, what can adolescence be a period of?
A: According to the American Psychological Association, adolescence can be a period of experimentation.
Q: Why do some young people avoid coming out of the closet (telling others their sexual orientation)?
A: Some young people avoid coming out of the closet (telling others their sexual orientation) because of homophobic negative beliefs by other people.
Q: What are some risks associated with not receiving support when questioning one's gender identity or sexual orientation?
A: Those who do not receive support when questioning one's gender identity or sexual orientation are more likely to experience bullying, suicidal thoughts, and engage in risky activities such as having unprotected sex (not using a condom), misuse drugs and become alcoholic.
