WILL THEY BE LONELY OR UNHAPPY?

Will they be lonely?

Up to 10% of the population may be lesbian, gay or bisexual (LGB). In Leicestershire there are an estimated 9,291 LGB people, but because sexuality is invisible it is only when we 'come out' as being LGB that people know about it. Once someone you love or know does come out, you may notice and meet more people who are LGB.

Will they be unhappy?

Many parents fear their child will be unhappy because they are LGB. It is true that if you have to constantly suppress or hide your true nature this can have a knock-on effect, which may include depression or low self esteem, however people are seldom unhappy just because they are LGB. Once you can express yourself freely and without fear especially from those who are close to you there is no reason why you cannot be as happy as anyone else.

Will they be alone?

Many LGB people will end up in loving and caring relationships. Some relationships may be short but others may be long term. Because there are no 'rules' for a lesbian or gay relationship, it can often take a while to figure out what we want from a relationship and because we cannot marry it is more difficult to define a lasting relationship. Some people may not wish to get involved in a relationship, but there are many ways to meet other people with the same type of difference, pubs, clubs and groups that we can join and visit to make new friends.

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