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Don't shut him down. Guide him.

mrsconn23mrsconn23 member
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Dear Prudence,

My young son (under 10) came out to me last week. I hugged him and told him that I love him and am so proud of him. We live in an area that is not accepting. How do I continue to support my son while also cautioning him against telling classmates? Are there any books you recommend for him to better explain his feelings and questions? I’m doing my best, but I want to do better.

—Supporting in Secret

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    charlotte989875charlotte989875 member
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    Find resources for families online, help him find age appropriate resources. Not an expert but I don’t think telling him not to tell his friends is best- help him find ways to do it appropriately. 
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    CharmedPamCharmedPam member
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    edited October 2020
    I think telling your son that if he gets any backlash that its the 1940’s community you live in, LW.  NOT him! But hopefully you’re surprised that it may not be the case.  

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    VarunaTTVarunaTT member
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    PFLAG.
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    banana468banana468 member
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    VarunaTT said:
    PFLAG.
    YES.   And continue to be his advocate while saying that if there's a lack of understanding it is not because he is doing anything wrong.  


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