Ten percent of the adolescent population in the United States is gay, lesbian, or bisexual. These teens are difficult to identify and many people are unaware of their existence, problems, and needs. The author reviews current professional and lay literature regarding social and health issues of adolescent homosexuality and presents implications for practitioners in providing comprehensive, culturally appropriate services for these individuals.
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