Should I Come Out To My Parents Quiz?

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10 Questions | Total Attempts: 1663 | Updated: Mar 01, 2024
1. Do you feel safe discussing your sexuality with your parents?

Yes, I feel safe and comfortable discussing this topic
No, I fear it may lead to a negative reaction
I'm not sure, it's hard to predict their reaction
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2. Do your parents show understanding and acceptance towards diverse sexual orientations?

Yes, they've expressed positive views on the topic
No, they've shown discomfort or prejudice towards diverse sexual orientations
It's unclear, they haven't expressed strong views either way
3. Are you comfortable with your sexuality and ready to share it with others?

Yes, I'm comfortable and ready to share this part of my identity
No, I'm still struggling with accepting it myself
I'm getting there, but I need more time to fully embrace it
4. Do you have a support system (like friends, mentors, or counselors) you can rely on if things don't go as expected?

Yes, I have a strong support system I can rely on
No, I don't really have anyone to turn to if things go badly
I have some people who might be supportive, but I'm not entirely sure
5. Have you planned out what you want to say and are you prepared for a variety of responses?

Yes, I've thought through what I want to say and am prepared for different reactions
No, I haven't thought it through completely
I've started planning, but need more time to prepare
6. Are you financially dependent on your parents, and if so, how do you think they might react?

I'm independent or confident they wouldn't cut off financial support
I'm dependent and fear they might withdraw financial support
I'm somewhat dependent but unsure how they'd react
7. Are you emotionally prepared to handle potential negative reactions?

Yes, I've thought about this and feel emotionally prepared
No, I think it would be very difficult for me to handle negative reactions
I'm unsure, it's hard to know how I would handle it
8. Have your parents reacted positively to someone else coming out in the past?

Yes, they've shown support when others have come out
No, they've reacted negatively or have not encountered such a situation
I'm not sure how they would react, as they haven't been in this situation before
9. Do you feel you can continue to hide your sexual orientation from your parents?

No, it's becoming increasingly difficult to hide
Yes, I'm not ready to disclose this information yet
I'm uncertain, sometimes it's tough, but I'm managing
10. Is there an adult you trust who could be with you for support when you come out to your parents?

Yes, there's someone I trust who can provide support
No, I don't have an adult ally who could be there with me
I might have someone, but I'm not entirely sure yet
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