Therapy with lesbian and gay parents and their children

This article explores some of the social and clinical issues facing the man y different kinds of gay and lesbian families that are becoming increasingl y visible in the United States. Research findings are discussed that dispel popularly held myths and stereotypes concerning these families, gays and l esbians as parents, and their children. Clinical vignettes are presented to illustrate issues often encountered in the consulting room some unique to gay and lesbian families and some common to all families.