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Her partner of 45 years developed Alzheimer’s. She's sharing their story to 'take away fear'

Sue began showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease about ten years ago. Since then, Janice has had to balance her work with caring for the love of her life.

How White and Latino Gay Men Come Out Differently

Exiting the closet is often a very different experience for varying groups, according to a researcher.

Studying gaydar

Admit it: More than once you've probably had to rely on that mysterious sixth sense to figure out if the person walking down the street plays for your "team."

Army to investigate gay porn allegations

Officials are investigating allegations that members of the celebrated 82nd Airborne Division appear on a gay pornography Web site.

Gay Dads' Brain Activity Similar to New Moms and Dads

An Israeli study revealed that the brain activity of gay fathers when they are around their children resembles the development of both heterosexual mothers and fathers.

More Than a Woman

How a little thing like cancer (and passing through airport security) turned one lesbian into a superhero.

Gay Dads: Killing Two Brains With One Stone

Recent research has revealed that the brain of a gay father resembles that of a heterosexual mother and father combined. But how does this hold up in the real world?

A transgender TikToker’s tips on how to embrace masculinity without the toxicity

The Advocate spoke with viral TikTok star Leo Macallan on transitioning, masculinity, and just being yourself.

Op-ed: What My Trans Child Taught Me About Motherhood

One mother learns the value in listening to her son.

My Iraqi conquest--in Denmark

When a 21-year-old American flees to Copenhagen to escape his country's militarism, he finds himself drawn to his own quest for liberation: Getting his secret Iraqi lover to come out

Writer Cyrus Grace Dunham Shows How Messy Gender Can Be

A Year Without A Name is Cyrus Grace Dunham's debut memoir. 

Op-ed: My Horrible Date With Roger at the Drive-thru

One man chronicles nearly every gross, disappointing, awkward, and embarrassing date he's been on for his second book, 44 Horrible Dates.

WATCH: Two Dads and a Family Torn Apart in New Film

In the Family Director Patrick Wang talks to us about rejection, marriage equality, and whether kids are in his future.

To Have Better Gay Sex, Let’s Queer Consent

The rules can be different when it comes to queer pleasure, but it doesn't mean it shouldn't always be ethical.

The World to Come's Katherine Waterston on Its Unspoken Queer Love

Waterston chats with The Advocate about how she and costar Vanessa Kirby found the economy of the language of love in the new queer-themed film. 

California Sen. Laphonza Butler on Harris, the DNC, and Ann Coulter's bullying

“So many people can see themselves represented in what is being brought forth by Vice President Harris and Gov. Walz,” Butler said.

Disabled LGBTQ Activists Are Redefining Sex and Sexuality

Three LGBTQ people are leading a revolution in how we think about disability and sexual freedom. 

Surviving Suicide Attempt, Ky Peterson Won't Stay Silent

The black trans man tells The Advocate how alleged neglect and mistreatment by Georgia prison staff led to him nearly dying while held in isolation.

20 Signs Your Hookup Might Be Something More

A gay/bi man's guide to determining if a hookup can become friend, lover, or partner.