Product Description
The first book to focus on the day-to-day experiences of adolescents dealing with sexual identity issues, Always My Child provides the insights and practical strategies parents need to support their kids and cope themselves.
Parents whose children are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or who are going through a “questioning phase” are often in the dark about what their children face every day. As a result, offering support that will comfort and fortify them … More >>
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#1 by Thomas Scofield on February 9, 2010 - 7:45 am
It was very informative, and accurate. I, who am gay and recently just came out, bought this item for my parents.
Rating: 3 / 5
#2 by R. J. Turturro on February 9, 2010 - 9:17 am
This book is a very important resource and source of information for a parent of a LGBT child. It provides insight and “answers” to many questions parents overwhelmingly have when told that their child is LGBT. It is an excellent book for both the parent and son/daughter to read. Thoughtfully presented and well written.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by Anonymous on February 9, 2010 - 11:34 am
This amazing guide will help parents navigate the challenges of connecting with a GLBTQ child and becoming an integral and supportive part of that child’s life. With chapters on school harassment, drug abuse, and depression, this book also addresses the negative and sometimes self-destructive behaviors of our youth, but gives hope and tools to help heal these wounds. “Always My Child” is especially notable for its chapters on transgender issues and multicultural issues that previous guides didn’t include. I was also excited about the chapter on youth questioning their sexuality (straight and gay and in-between), and how parents can be supportive in that as well, because this isn’t something many acknowledge. Jennings and Shapiro have created a marvelous resource that will help not only parents, but anyone interested in helping our youth, both queer and nongay, create positive lives.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by W. M. WOMACK on February 9, 2010 - 12:28 pm
This is an honest and on the mark book for parents about LGBTQ children and teens. It addresses issues important to the LGBTQ son or daughter and gives practical advice to the parent about acceptance and understanding.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by Anonymous on February 9, 2010 - 2:05 pm
Always My Child is an incredible book and one that any parent should read not just parents of GLBTQ children. Kevin Jennings provides practical advice to parents in a readable format. He helps parents understand their children without being preachy. A parent could use this book as a resource for how to talk with her child and keep lines of communication open. Teachers and school counselors should read this book and make it available to parents and others. Not only is this book a great read, it is a great resource.
Rating: 5 / 5