sexual health info

Same sex attraction: Information for parents and carers

Many parents and carers are concerned about their child being gay. It's important to remember that lots of young people like people of the same sex. The most recent survey on Australian secondary students and sexual health tells us that between eight and 14% of young people say they like people of the same sex.

More information

• Parent and carers portal
• Same-sex attraction in young people brochure
• Exploring fantasies... in the face of reality: a guide to help families navigate their feelings and thoughts about same sex attraction
• Making Sense: Information for parents, families and friends of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender young people
• PFLAG Australia (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)  
• Rainbow Network 
• Sexual Diversity in Schools (A policy of the Victorian Department of Education and Early Childhood Development)