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Its 2025, andhomosexualityhas been widely accepted and deemed normal for many years now.

This fatherhad to deal with hishomophobic parentswho shamed his gay son behind his back.

These experiences typically include emotional abuse and affect mental health, especially if it comes from a parent.

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Older people tend to hold moreprejudiced views, likely due to misinformation and failing to outgrow outdated views.

However, their families are under no obligation to educate them.

As Washington, DC-based psychologistDr.

Young person looking sad, wearing a black sweater, reflecting the topic of family and LGBTQ+ acceptance.

Brad Brenneradvises, leave it to the professionals.

However, a calm yet stern conversation could have avoided the tension.

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Text about family staying at the house for a few days.

Text about a son calling his parent crying, asking them to come home.

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Text about a parent finding their son crying for being gay.

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Text expressing anger about family telling a son to not be gay behind their back.

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