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Opening the Door is a very personal account of one mother's efforts to understand her son's life and be part of his world when he came out to her as gay. It helps readers to understand how family values and dynamics can be shaken by such an event, with the confusion about feelings and the unexpected reactions that can tip a family off balance. It also helps to give readers a greater understanding of the issues involved. This edition also incorporates Argent's previous booklet, Sexuality is Not a Choice, an accessible and practical guide to assist parents, families and friends in understanding the concerns and issues facing gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people in the process of 'coming out'. Since author Shelley Argent's son 'came out', she has spent the past decade supporting families, educating the public and advocating for equality, and is currently the national spokesperson for PFLAG (Parents & Friends of Lesbians & Gays) Australia. She was awarded an OAM in 2005 for her efforts in assisting understanding and acceptance of those living in the gay community, and was featured on ABC television's Australian Story in July 2010.
Paperback, 132 Pages, Published 2010
Author: Shelley Argent