State of the Art and Science
Aug 2010
Kay Heggestad, MD and Paul Wertsch, MD
The physician treating a gay or questioning minor whose family is unaware of his or her sexual orientation must consider the mental health ramifications, provide resources and support, bear the patient’s safety in mind, and protect his or her confidentiality when communicating with parents.
Virtual Mentor. 2010; 12(8):654-657. doi:
10.1001/virtualmentor.2010.12.8.cprl2-1008.