COLLAB 2D03 Lecture Notes - Condom, Oral Sex, Twin Study
24 Jun 2013
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Direction of one"s sexual interests towards members of the same, other or both genders. Erotic attraction to and preference for developing romantic relationships with members of the opposite. Erotic attraction to and preference for developing romantic relationships with members of one"s own. Where one is sexually attracted to and interested in forming romantic relationships with both males and. Terms may be vague and lead to misunderstanding. Gay people have a gender identity consistent with their anatomic gender just as heterosexuals. Sexual orientation may not be expressed in sexual behaviour. Problematic -> we cant count people who simply don"t want to be counted! (cronin, 1993) Idea of masculinity and femininity as two opposing extremes is misleading. Some believe it is a cop out in denying bein gay (fear of leaving spouse, scared of coming out, etc. ) Unfortunately bisexuals encounter prejudice and discrimination from both communities. Homosexuality in the past was understood and even encouraged.
