Arrange an exorcism

best answer by far

9 times out of 10, you will at least have a strong suspicion your child is gay before they tell you unless you're completely disconnected with them.
My parents asked me when I was 13 or 14 before I came out, and were supportive.

I'd like to see evidence that it even "spreads" like that...

I wouldn't care, I've never heard a rational argument justifying disagreeing with it as a lifestyle. Whether or not they have children is not a big deal to me, it's their decision regardless of their sexual orientation, and it's not really even a disqualifying characteristic for this, it's not impossible for a gay person to adopt a child or hire a surrogate.

the reference of it "spreading" to younger siblings does kinda make sense... I had an older brother, I thought and think he is the biggest bad ass in the world, especially when I was younger I wanted to be just like him.... now I'm not saying that would cause someone to change sexual orientation, but the notion is there...

I've got to think they'll come to the realization at some point if they're playing for the wrong team. In the mean time, I don't see much harm that would come from it (other than of course STDs, but that'd be a concern regardless of the sexual orientation if they're sexually active, but hey, no risk of pregnancy).

This post was edited by N1ccolo on May 15 2013 11:33pm

On second thought, if I came to feel they were confused about it, I would try to get them to talk about it, ask if they're sure this is how they feel, and so on. Try to be as helpful as possible for them to figure out where they should be (in my opinion, whichever is the reality). Of course it would depend on what information I have.

yeah like I said I'm not so sure that could get someone to switch orientation... but it could cause someone to experiment a bit more (which as you pointed out could be dangerous)

but I feel the same way you do, I would advise safe sex... offer advice in any way I could.... but still be just as accepting as if they were straight. no biggie to me

Nothing would change.

He'd have someone who loves him, unlike a majority of the users of this section.

I'd ask him if the sex was good. Then tell him to brofist it bro.