As a teenager, you're probably filled with questions, strong emotions, raging hormones, a wide range of desires and countless challenges in your daily life. Well, guess what... that's normal!

But, have your sexual thoughts, urges and desires been focusing more on other guys as opposed to girls? Have you begun questioning your sexual orientation? Are you thinking perhaps you might be gay or bisexual, or that something is wrong with you?

As a result, are you confused, scared, lonely, or depressed because you're too embarrassed or ashamed to talk to others about what you're feeling and experiencing?

Whatever you're going through, be assured you're not alone! You're also not abnormal, a freak, a sexual deviant or "sick in the head" - no matter what people may tell you or what you might think.

It's common for young guys to be curious and/or experiment sexually. So, the feelings you're having don't automatically mean you're gay or even bisexual.

While there are no truly accurate statistics about the size of America's gay population, one estimate is that between five and six percent of America's youth (people under the age of18) consider themselves to be gay, bisexual or lesbian. This translates to upwards of 2,700,000 young people in America who don't believe themselves to be straight.

If you do happen to be gay (or bisexual), do you truly understand what this means, or do you buy into the negative and incorrect stereotypes about homosexuality and the gay community? Try to keep an open mind as you begin to understand what you're feeling and experiencing.

In America, and throughout the world, people tend to be categorized into stereotypes. The less people know and understand about other people, the crueler and less accurate the stereotypes tend to be. Let's face it, being gay is something that most people don't understand, and many don't accept. This doesn't change the fact that one out of ten people in America is gay.

So, if you're gay, bisexual or still questioning your sexuality, you're not alone. This topic isn't something most teen guys choose to talk about openly, especially with straight friends, family members, religious leaders and teachers.

Well, that's a tough question. The generic answer is that a guy who is gay is sexually attracted to other guys, not girls. Someone who is bisexual is attracted to both guys and girls. When it comes to discovering more about who you are, forget about titles and stereotypes.

Whether you're openly gay and have accepted yourself as being gay, or you're confused about your sexuality because of feelings you may have for other guys, it's common to feel alone, confused, scared and maybe even disgusted with yourself. Chances are, the concept of being gay goes against everything you've been taught and perhaps the religious or family values you've grown up with. Yet, you can't deny the thoughts, feelings, dreams and urges you have.

If you're currently questioning your sexuality, you're about to confront one of the scariest and confusing aspects of your life. While straight guys sometimes experiment with other guys, yet grow up to lead "straight" lives, there are certainly plenty of young guys, typically between the ages of 12 and 24, who know in their hearts they're gay or bisexual. They are forced to come to terms with who they are, and then decide whether or not they want to share this revelation with those around them. These days, young guys are realizing that they're gay very early in life, and many are coming out in their early teens.

Most people don't wake up one morning and say, "Gee, being gay looks cool. I'm going to fall in love with a guy today and have sex by nightfall." Many people believe homosexuality is a choice... They're wrong! It's not typically a conscious decision to be gay or bisexual. Yet, there's no proof that being gay is hereditary (passed on through genes from your parents or grandparents). While you probably didn't choose to be gay, leading an openly gay life (where you come out to your friends and family, for example), is a decision you may or may not choose to make at this point in your life.

Someone who is comfortable with his sexuality and doesn't hide the fact he's gay is considered openly gay, while someone who keeps his sexual orientation and feelings a secret is considered to be in the closet. For someone who is gay, there are many misconceptions you'll need to deal with. There are also questions you'll need accurate answers to as you attempt to understand yourself, your feelings and your emotions.

While everyone's experience is unique, many gay guys face similar questions, issues and fears. Everyone has his own issues and fears to deal with and overcome. Unfortunately, this book can't supply you with all of the answers you need. Nor can it guarantee that no matter what your sexual preference is, your life will be happy and "normal." That's up to you!

What this book does offer, however, are answers to common questions; advice for dealing with many of the issues and situations you'll face as you confront your sexuality; and plenty of resources that will allow you to share your feelings, thoughts and fears with others who are in exactly the same