Discuss the Stages in the Coming Out Process of a Gay

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Essay

Discuss the stages in the coming out process of a gay man or lesbian.In what ways has this model of identity development been criticized?

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Definitions:

8-12 Months

A developmental period marked by significant achievements like crawling, standing, and possibly beginning to walk, as well as stranger anxiety and attachment to caregivers.

Delay Of Gratification

The ability to resist the temptation for an immediate reward and wait for a later reward.

Over 3 Years

A term indicating a duration longer than three years.

18-36 Months

An age range that references the developmental stage of toddlers, from one and a half years to three years old.