Dear Christine, Gender confusion, Please Help!? I am 21 years old, biological male, and suffering a from a very extreme depression. This depression has been quite a constant in my life and I’m keen to be rid of it. I know it’s stemming from the doubt, anxiety, and confusion that comes in the delightfully painful […]
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Torn in Trenton
Dear Christine, I just turned 50 last week and it hit me. I’m finally ready to come out. I’ve led the life I thought I was supposed to for all these years. Married 22 years, two kids who are now 18 and 20 years old, and a successful career in auto sales. I’ve never cheated, […]
Terrified in Toledo
Hi Christine, I’m 22 years old and haven’t come out to my parents yet and I need to. I’m terrified because I know they are anti gay. That’s why I’ve waited so long. I’m trying to decide the best way to do it. Should it be in a public place? Should I have a friend […]
Fearing Regret in Redford
Dear Christine, I grew up with catholic, republican, homophobic parents. My dad passed 20 years ago and my mom is 85 and starting to have health issues. I’ve never come out to her and we’ve never talked about the issue though I’ve always figured she must know or suspect. She gave up asking for grandkids […]