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Simple wants such as hand holding, close cuddling and playful kisses cannot be fulfilled. There is emptiness, a void. There is a never ending angry feeling when there are thoughts of how being in the closet will hinder any future hope of finding that special person, that person with whom you can share a deeper connection. Having all of these perplexed feelings, and having no one to really talk to, can further the feeling of being lonely. Trusted individuals that the one in the closet thought would always love and be there for her are no longer available, rather, these loved ones are emotionally distant and can be added to the list of people who make her feel vastly misunderstood. The one in the closet may smile and place a happy veil over his hidden plight, but really feels wounded over his not being able to talk and relate to those he loves.

There are plenty of gay jokes to go around. Plenty of people say anti-gay remarks without second guessing themselves. Most never think that their bother, sister, son or daughter might be hiding feelings that they feel impossible to express. Most never think that the pain and isolation felt within the closet can lead to suicide, drug abuse and clinical depression. "In the closet," it is a very simple term, with very complex consequences.

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