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Originally Posted by simmer2
Children don't know what is always best for them. Did I know what the best thing for me was at 15? No, I didn't. The thing is, we want to encourage more communication between all parties, not less.
You are also making the assumption that because LGBT kids' parents find out, there will automatically be mental health issues...each scenario is going to be unique, but I would tend to think that the outcome will be overall positive in scenarios where more parents are involved versus less.
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No, I'm not. I'm making the assumption that kids who are terrified of their parents finding out will avoid GSAs under the UCP, and as a result will absolutely incur mental health costs.
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Otherwise, you are making the assumption that parents will cause more issues versus less...which I don't believe is accurate because going back to the first point, parents know us better than anyone else.
It opens the line up for parents to understand more which I think helps the kids work through things.
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This isn't really a case for utilitarianism, in my opinion. Or if it is, please give me the ratio of positive outcomes:suicides/mental health issues you'd find acceptable.