TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
Ok so I com from a really conservative and religious family. My mom and dad are disgusted with the idea of gay people. My brother thinks they should burn in hell, and I am clueless about my sister. I however have never been bothered by the thought of someone being gay. Lately I have noticed that I have been becoming more and more attracted to both sexes. I've told one person that I might be bi but every time I picture myself with someone of the same sex I feel guilty and disgusted. Is this normal?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hello, thanks for reaching out to us about this. It sounds like you are very confused about your feelings and how you would tell your family if you were bi. It is very normal to be confused about your sexuality. Maybe it would help to talk to someone like a school counselor or therapist about this? You can also call the Gay and Lesbian Youth Talkline and speak to other youth who are experiencing the same thing as you. Their number is 866-488-7386. They are open monday through friday from 8am to 4:30 pm or you can go to their website at www.lagaycenter.org. And of course you can always call us at 310-855-4673. We are open everyday from 6-10pm pacific time. It is very normal to feel the way your are feeling. Feel free to call us.

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