Will my provider tell my parents if I’m gay, lesbian, or bisexual?

No, your provider will not share this information with your parents unless there are serious concerns about your safety, such as if you were feeling so sad that you were thinking of hurting yourself. Even then, your provider would tell your parents that you were depressed and need help but would not reveal your sexual orientation. Your provider may be able to help you decide if and how to tell others.

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1. Can I get the pill (or other types of birth control) on my own?
2. What if I don’t live with my parents and I am in foster care?
3. Will my provider tell my parents if I’m gay, lesbian, or bisexual?
4. Can I get tested for an STI without my parents knowing?
5. Why do I need to tell my provider if I’m having sex?
6. Will my healthcare provider tell my parents what we talked about?
7. What can I talk about with my healthcare provider?
8. I'm teen, can I come without a parent or guardian?
9. I need buying food and paying bills. Who do I call?
10. Can I get help with my medical condition?