Are you looking for help?
If something is bothering you, talking about it can be a relief. You could talk to someone you know, but you could also talk to someone you don't know, like a social worker.
Talking helps
You can also get anonymous online help at Sense. Perhaps because you have doubts about your feelings, or want to share them with someone. Are people you know not showing any understanding or reacting awkwardly to your homosexuality? Look here for advice or help tailored to your needs.
Where can you turn to? (Tips)
- School: have a good talk with your school counsellor about how to tackle your problems.
- Your doctor: you can ask your doctor questions about homosexuality or bisexuality. If necessary, your doctor can refer you to someone more specialised.
- Switchboard: this is where you can ask all your questions on homosexuality and bisexuality.
Who do you fancy?
Am I gay, lesbian, straight, or bisexual? The answer isn't always that simple. That's because your sexual preference is not always 100% clear.
When you find out
Not everyone is happy to find out they are gay, lesbian or bisexual. It can be very confusing. What can you do if you find out that’s who you are?
Coming out
Coming out means telling people you are gay, lesbian or bisexual. Who do you tell and do you always have to tell someone? When is the best time to do it?
Where do you find others?
Your first contact with other gay, lesbian or bisexual people is often a terrific moment: you realise you're not alone! But where do you find these people?
In love. What next?
Hoe weet je of degene op wie je verliefd bent op jou valt? Het is lastiger als je homo, lesbisch of bi bent. Zeker als je hier zelf niet open over bent.
Sex
How do you make love when you're gay, lesbian or bisexual? It starts the same as it does with heterosexual sex. What is different? Read about it here.