Familial Relationship Outcomes of Coming Out as an Atheist

How do families react when a member “comes out” as an atheist? As one of America’s most stigmatized groups, atheists often find members of their own families reacting with anger and rejection, an inability to communicate effectively, and distrust. Many atheists, however, feel continued support and a...

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Main Authors: Kevin J. Zimmerman, Jesse M. Smith, Kevin Simonson, W. Benjamin Myers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ubiquity Press 2015-05-01
Series:Secularism and Nonreligion
Online Access:http://www.secularismandnonreligion.org/articles/47