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The most important concern in a gay man's life is not "coming out", but approaching to terms with the invalidating former. Despite the progress made in recent years, many gay men still wonder, "Are we better off?" The byproduct of growing up gay in a straight world continues to be the internalization of shame, rejection, and anger - a poisonous cocktail that can lead to drug abuse, promiscuity, alcoholism, major depression, and suicide. Drawing on modern mental health research, the author's own journey, and the stories of many of his friends and clients, Velvet Rage addresses the misconception of gay satisfaction and outlines three levels to mental well-being for gay men. The revised and expanded model includes issues related to gay marriage, a broader selection of examples that extend beyond middle-class gay men in the us, and development of the initial debate on living authentically as a gay man.
