LGBTQIA+ Teens Fear Coming Out | Amsterdam News

More than half of LGBTQIA+ youth haven’t told their parents they’re queer—scared of rejection, with a quarter feeling unsafe at home, some even hearing they’re a “punishment from God” or “genetic failure.” Outside, six in ten report feeling unsafe on the streets, facing daily harassment and aggression. Advocacy groups warn it’s a crisis, but stress most parents eventually accept their kids—and resources like helplines and school support are growing to help these young people find safer spaces to be themselves. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/01ab31c7f34859c1