... will perceive them. They choose to hide their sexual feelings or remain in the closet. Gary Hollander, a psychologist, talks about sexual identity formation in his article in the School Psychology Review (2000). Hollander stated, "Concealing one's sexual identity builds protective walls and is emotionally draining." The results of disclosure can be detrimental but, "coming out" later in life ... expressing themselves is inhibited, they will not be happy. They will feel isolated and depressed which will in turn diminish their academic focus and prevent them from joining clubs and sports te...

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