Continued...
Lesbian parents vs.
Biological parents. Both are equally competent and unburdened. Styles may be different, but no other differences.
That's SIX (and a rather nice six, I might add).
Lesbian parents vs. heterosexual parents. No differences except that the lesbian parents exhibited more parenting awareness.
That's SEVEN.
Gay male couples vs. heterosexual couples. The gay couples were happier and more equitable in their parenting tasks. Other than that, no significant differences.
That's EIGHT.
The impact on the children of gay fathers based on 4 concerns. No negative impact.
That's NINE.
Children's sexual identity when reared by lesbian mothers vs, heterosexual mothers was explored. No difference in boys; few in girls. Mostly, both groups were similar.
That's TEN.
Children in lesbian households vs. those in single-parent heterosexual households on sexual identity. No significant difference. In fact, no difference on any emotional/behavioral scale.
That's ELEVEN.
Had enough, yet? No? OK.
Children of lesbian mothers vs. heterosexual mothers in regards to developmental, intellectual, and emotional functioning. No significant difference.
That's TWELVE.
Links used:
Lesbian & Gay Parents
Children of Lesbian and Gay Parents
Empirical Studies Specifically Related to Lesbian & Gay Parents & Their Children
Empirical Studies Generally Related to the Fitness of Lesbians and Gay Men as Parents
Reviews of Empirical Studies Specifically Related to Lesbian and Gay Parents and Their Children
Reviews of Empirical Studies Specifically Related to Lesbian and Gay Parents and Their Children
Links to original posts:
http://www.debatepolitics.com/1057543399-post326.html
http://www.debatepolitics.com/1057543400-post327.html
Now, admittedly, I composed this post nearly a year ago. There may be more studies released since then. I suppose if need be, I could go look, but I believe both the studies I have posted and the links provide enough information to both support my position and give y'all information to read.