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my mom doesn't believe that I'm bisexual

Discussion in 'Family, Friends, and Relationships' started by MouthofMadness7, Aug 14, 2016.

  1. MouthofMadness7

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    Okay so recently i came out as bi to my mom. Her reaction was neutral. She said she supports me but she believes I'm confused due to the fact that I was molested for 7 years (from 8 to 15 years old) by a "family friend". I have been in therapy for 2 years and I have been doing better. I have PTSD and taking medicine for it. I know my mother is concerned but I'm not confused. How do I convince her?
     
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    Well, on the bright side, at least her reaction wasn't bad and she actually supports you. About the only thing I think you can do is just let her keep thinking that, then overtime she'll realize it wasn't just a phase. A lot of parents think that about their children.
     
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    You could always ask your therapist to talk to your mother. Or ask them for some help on convincing your mother.
     
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    Yeah I'm glad she wasn't angry about it. She might just stop seeing my sexuality as a "phase"
     
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    Sometimes, orientation becomes real for parents/family/friends when you start demonstrating your orientation (like going on dates or finding a same sex partner). Also, you might suggest your mom go to a Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) group so she can here firsthand accounts from other people in similar situations.