The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) will release a clinical report in the June issue of Pediatrics titled, "Sexual Orientation and Adolescents."  The report reflects the growing understanding of youth of differing sexual orientations. Academy members may hear about this report in the media, or be questioned by their patients.  AAP Communications will send out a press release on the  report  -- a revision of the 1993 AAP policy statement titled, "Homosexuality and Adolescence" -- on Friday, May 28th.  The report is embargoed for Monday, June 7.

Visit the Member Center at http://www.aap.org/moc for posted information related to this report:

- AAP News Article (May 2004): "AAP report offers guidance on discussing sexual orientation with adolescent patients" ( This article can also be found at http://aapnews.aappublications.org )

- Press Release: Adolescents Should Feel Safe Discussing Sexual Orientation With Their Pediatrician

- PDF version of AAP Clinical Report

- Pediatrician Q&A for use with media and patients

- Patient Education Brochure titled, "Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Teens - Facts for Teens and Parents" - http://www.aap.org/moc/medemredirect/

This information is embargoed until Monday, June 7 at 12:01 am, Eastern Standard Time (EST). If you are interviewed on this topic, please remind the reporter of the embargo.

Please note that this report is meant to serve as a tool for providing comprehensive, confidential health care to all adolescents and does not address the issue of homosexuality per se.