How do children raised by gay and lesbian parents compare to those raised by straight couples?

Growing evidence suggests same-sex and different-sex parents are equally successful at raising children. Getty Images

Children raised by gay and lesbian parents develop as well psychologically as those brought up by heterosexual couples, a study suggests.

Psychologists based in Italy said their findings add to growing scientific evidence that indicates having same-sex parents does not disadvantage a child as those who disagree with such family arrangements might assume.