Homosexuality And Genetic Research

A surprising poll by the Pew Research Center reveals that the fifty percent of the public agrees that being homosexual is either a lifestyle or is a result of upbringing. But despite what they may believe, there is mounting evidence in favor of sexuality being determined preceding birth. This evidence will put an end to the myth that one can alter or affect another’s sexuality, which is a futile attempt. In addition, this could potentially end the stigma around being a sexuality other than heterosexual, bringing an end to discrimination between sexualities. Sexual orientation is determined through genetic makeup, and cannot be solved by cures or decisions. Sexual orientation is absolutely determined by genetics, as recent scientific data illustrates. One specific study …show more content…
Provided this information, it can be further implied that sexuality is not a choice at all, in fact, it is predetermined. Another piece of evidence would be the “robust differences between the brains of homosexual and heterosexual men and women and suggest that hormonal factors early in development...produce these differences" (Rahmen 1). These differences could completely disprove the argument that homosexuality is unnatural, as it may originate from genetics. Without doubt, even a little evidence pointing towards the fact that homosexuality is natural and does originate in the genetic makeup of somebody could