Parents' Experiences in the Coming Out Process of LGB Individuals
A Focus on Mothers' Journeys
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2348682 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Seda Karakaya Çataldaş (0000-0002-1724-6360, Koç University, corresponding author), Navruz Dokmuş (Koç University Hospital, Istanbul, Türkiye), Ezgi Doğru (Koç University Hospital, Istanbul, Türkiye), Gazel Tarhane (Koç University Hospital, Istanbul, Türkiye) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 46 |
| Issue | 10 |
| Pages | 1618-1634 |
| Publication date | 2025-10-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Family Issues (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0192-513X • E-ISSN: 1552-5481 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications Inc (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1177/0192513x251356252 |
| OpenAlex | W4411863674 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 37 |
The coming out process for LGB individuals involves not just the disclosure of sexual orientation but also the emotional and social dynamics between these individuals and their parents. This study aimed to explore parents' experiences in the coming out process of LGB individuals in Türkiye. A phenomenological design was utilized in this study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine mothers of LGB children. Participants were recruited through an association-a support group for families of LGB individuals-in Türkiye. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Three main themes emerged from the interviews: (i) Emotional Reactions to Coming Out, (ii) Behaviors that Facilitate Acceptance, and (iii) The Consequences of Acceptance. The study highlights the complexity of parental experiences during their child's coming out process. Understanding parental acceptance dynamics can inform interventions aimed at improving the mental health and well-being of LGB individuals and their families across various cultural contexts
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| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |