Acknowledgements
Introduction
Heterosexism in the family of origin to healthy self-care
Gay children, teens, and adults from heterosexist families
Problems and strengths of gay seniors
Unknown to known population
The "out" and "closeted" gay populations
Coming out is not a one shot deal
Hiv and aids
Homophobia to pure loving
The seven stages of coming out
Prejudice to pride
Homophobic religious leaders and members
Church and conservative right-wing enmeshment
Past to present views
Heterosexism, heterocentrism, homophobia, and the DSM
The model of change
New glossary of terms
Positive and negative energy ripples
Discrimination to advocacy
Acknowledging the harm that discrimination causes
Gay education
Personal stories of gay discrimination.