Identified differences among 110 gay and bisexual men who decided whether to be tested for antibodies to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and, if so, whether to return for results. Fifty percent refused testing. Of those tested, only 35% returned to obtain test results. Education was significantly and inversely related to being tested and to…

Notes that the 1995 American Counseling Association convention presents a moral dilemma for members who support the use of antidiscrimination legislation to protect the rights of gays, lesbians, and bisexual individuals. Uses historic metaphor, based on symbols used during Nazi extermination, to explore strategic symbolic acts in support of a…

Studied student reflections and responses when they took on a stigmatized role, wearing a pink triangle in support of gay rights. Many of the 103 college students advanced through stages of identity development and moved to more open and positive ways of thinking about others. (SLD)

Focuses on ways that adolescents discover their sexual identity and how individuals and programs can foster resilience in gay/lesbian youth and make a positive difference in their lives. Highlights strategies related to school environment, community resources, school resources, curriculum and organizational policies to implement at specific stages…

Examines ways in which a group of 13 gay higher educators in the United Kingdom draw upon their sexuality in teaching. Identifies three main themes: (1) teaching from the outside, (2) teaching as performance, and (3) teaching as a (gay) person. Suggests these approaches may disrupt dominant pedagogies and the masculinities which underpin them.…

Measures the extent of homophobia and heterosexist bias and their correlates in a cohort of 187 social workers. Results indicate that 10% of respondents were homophobic and that a majority were heterosexist. Levels of homophobia and heterosexism were negatively correlated with the amount of social contact with homosexual men and women. (RJM)

Comments on R. Barret and R. Barzan (1996), who do well in exploring the spiritual experiences of gay men and lesbians but in the process set up a precedent of reverse discrimination against clients whose religious beliefs proscribe homosexual behavior. Suggestions are offered to sensitize counseling professionals to such bias. (Author/MKA)

Presents a cautionary tale for writing teachers who may be unaware of opposition awaiting students whose identities are being shaped by their experiences on the Web. Interviews openly gay, lesbian, and bisexual people from Columbus, Ohio, who are associated with the Web, to begin discovering a sound pedagogy sensitive to and supportive of students…

Cornel West presents a vision of a democratic struggle that is inclusive of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. He places heterosexism within the context of capitalism and connects it to other forms of oppression. (SK)

Describes certain characteristics of lesbian, gay, and bisexual students and the needs they have in common with all college students. Recommends strategies and curricular ideas for faculty who want to improve the quality of their teaching for all students with regard to issues of sexual orientation. (EV)

Provides a general overview of current literature on sexual orientation, emphasizing that the explicit inclusion of sexual orientation and of gay issues in human rights policy, training, and advocacy is necessary. Suggests that the failure to include sexual orientation issues does injury by reinforcing a presumption of heterosexuality, and this…

Survey data from 2,925 incoming college freshmen at a state university reveals that nearly 40% of the participants reported that they might like to have a lesbian or gay friend, despite anticipations of discomfort. Perceived barriers were significantly related gender, diversity orientation, shyness, and religious commitment. (Contains 24…

Argues that young adult literature offers an appropriate means of developing an understanding of gay and lesbian youths, both for educators and for the youths themselves. Discusses eight such books. Discusses difficulties in identity formation that gay and lesbian teens encounter, as well as behaviors that place them at risk. (SR)

Outlines a study that focuses on a critical analysis of literature on gay affirmative therapy. Research sample consisted of 33 journal articles and summaries of conference papers, dated between 1982 and 1995. Fifteen themes were identified as features of gay affirmative therapy. Evidence of counselors working at a macro and micro level within…

Canada's recent increase in HIV infections among men who have sex with men (MSM) is substantiated by data on ongoing sexual risk behavior and increases in sexually transmitted diseases among MSM. This situation is discussed in the international context, noting an upswing in HIV-associated risk behaviors among MSM worldwide and possible…