Which social scientist points out that "coming out" can be associated with a stigma with lifelong consequences?

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Erving Goffman in his book "Stigma: Notes on the Management of Spoiled Identity" argues that "coming out" can be associated with a stigma that can have lifelong consequences. He also discusses the ways in which individuals with stigmatized identities manage their presentation of self to avoid further discrimination and social exclusion.

Which Social Scientist Points Out That "Coming Out" Can Be