Becoming Gay: The Journey To Self-Acceptance
by Richard A. Isay
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Author: Richard A. IsayEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1997-06-15
ISBN: 0805053158
Number of pages: 224
Publisher: Holt Paperbacks
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Book Review: Excellent for therapists and men struggling with sexuality.
Summary: 5 Stars
Richard Isay represents a therapist with an empathetic voice whose own struggle with sexuality extended over a period of many frustrating years. Fortunately, he understands that given the choice no man would have chosen to be gay. Therefore, there is no psychoanalytical cure. The only alternative is for men to find self-acceptance within their particular sets of circumstances. Isay wisely advises men not to make rash judgments about coming out. Instead, he argues that there are many reasons for the closet, particularly those constructed by heterosexually married gay men. This book is a must read for all therapists, both straight and gay. It is also a must read for anyone who wants to understand the problem of self-acceptance for gay men.
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