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Abstract
This paper aims to clarify the domain related to stigmatization, bullying and acceptance of same-
sex parenthood. It is based upon the case study of a second-grade teacher who decided to raise
the topic of gay marriages and households to subsidize the social stigma and any permanent
psychological damage to the children living in the above stated domestic environment. Ms
Ribeiro, the teacher, wanted to normalize a student's domestic affairs by reading a book in her
class related to same-sex partnerships and parenthood and wanted to make other students
understand the concept of respect for all irrespective of their sexual orientation, age or
aspirations. Some basic questions were answered about the pathway to acceptance of the gay
community, proper education of LGBTQ and social stigma related to same-sex households.
Parents are our role models, someone whom we can rely upon and respect. In some ways,
parents shape our future and harassing them in any form should not be tolerated. This paper aims
at preserving our morality, ethics and virtues without judgements.
Keywords: Same-sex, gay, acceptance, LGBTQ, community, bullying, sexual orientation
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Case Study 1
Ms Ribiero, a second standard teacher, decided to spark a discussion about the social
stigma related to same-sex marriages and households in her class. One of her students was from
such a background, and Ms Ribiero wanted to normalize the state of her family to subsidize
awkwardness and bullying later in life (Gorski, 2014).
Answer Number 1
Children usually learn about conduct by observing adults (Jones, 2009). Ms Ribeiro
asked Julia and Brandon to read their books when they put Denis in an awkward position for no
fault of her own. Ms Ribiero could have explained same-sex households rather than shutting off
their thoughts (Linville, n.d.). In fact, she could have pointed out the vast differences in people's
personalities, likes and dislikes, and lively hoods.
Answer Number 2
Ms Ribiero's teaching method was a very obscure way of enlightening them about gay
marriages. There are many positive ideas to enforce social diversity and respect for all. Some of
the ideas include the establishment of advocacy and support groups (Lamme, n.d.).
Including LGBTQ parents during planning, organizing, and distribution during school
events would be a great idea to accustom children to diversity (Lamme, n.d.).
Answer Number 3
The school and the faculty have to prepare the students for the future they are to embark upon.
Stigmatized households could have adverse effects on parents and children alike (Lamme, n.d.).
They have the responsibility to give the students the knowledge about homo and
heterosexuality so that they turn out to be healthy and respectful adults. Knowledge is the key;
the lack of it projects into bullying, stigmatization, and depression later in life (Linville, n.d.).
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References
Gorski, C.P. (2014). Case Study 9.4: Two Moms. Edchange.
http://mail.edchange.org/cases/Two-Moms.pdf
Jones, S.S. (Aug. 2009). Development of imitation in infancy. National Center for
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2865075/
Lamme, L.L. & Lamme, A.L. (n.d.) Welcoming Children from Gay Families into Our Schools.
ASCD.
https://pdo.ascd.org/lmscourses/PD11OC123/media/Diversity_Eff_Teaching_M2_Readin
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Linville, D & O'Neil, M.(n.d.). Same-sex parents and their children. American Association for
Marriage and Family Therapy.
https://aamft.org/Consumer_Updates/Same-sex_Parents_and_Their_Children.aspx
