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    by identity, behavior, attractions or some combination of these? Where does bisexuality begin and end? Human sexuality is sometimes seen as a continuum, with same-sex attractions on one end and other-sex attractions on the other. Bisexuality, then, must fall somewhere in the middle. But where? Does bisexuality refer only to the middle point, or 50/50 attraction? There are many common misconceptions about bisexuality; one of the most common being that it’s a 50/50 attraction of both sexes.…

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    identity; for it is their sexual orientation that describe a person’s sexual identity, attraction, and experiences. A person’s romantic and emotional attraction to a member of the opposite sex, same sex, or both is ones sexual orientation. It is clear that nature and nurture play complex roles in determining ones sexual orientation there is still the issue whether it is a product of society or a product of biology. There is no scientific evidence to conclude that sexual orientation is determined…

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    This society quite prevalent holds that heterosexuality is the only sexual preferences or the only norm, and marital affairs are only fitting between people of opposite sexes. Therefore, a "heteronormative" interpretation is one that involves configuration of biological gender identity and gender roles, sex and sexuality…

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    Same Sex Attractions

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    seldom the people an adolescent tells about his or her same-sex attractions”. The reason this is the assumption is because while Santrock touches on this subject by mentioning that adolescents with same-sex attractions reported less positive experiences with their parents than people who are heterosexual, he didn’t mention that they don’t tell them (203). He also talks about a study that shows that family rejection of coming out as a sexual minority was linked to higher rates of depression,…

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    Causes Of Homophobia

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    Homophobia is when a person has dislikes and has a fear homosexual people. Homosexual is thought to be when one has sexual attraction towards the same gender. No one really understands how sexuality and gender work, and one just makes assumptions based on the words, and opinions passed around. One does not choose their sexual orientation; while its is objected by conservatives, sexual orientation is based on several factors such as availability of partners, moral sense, the desire to have…

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    The roles that biology, culture, socialization, and age may play in influencing sexual orientation are individual traits that associated to with the development of early adolescents. Sexual orientation is the attraction of one biological sex to another. The classification of sexual orientation is heterosexual, bisexual, and homosexual. Heterosexuals are attracted to people of the opposite biological sex, homosexuals are attracted to those of the same biological sex, and bisexuals report being…

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    overall the attraction is the same. Same sex marriage has been tested to be a morally right decision due to the brains formation. Kasak concludes, “Sessions will feature the latest scientific research into same-sex couples’ relationships and family formation among lesbian, gay and bisexual people, as well as the effect of sexual stigma on individuals and families.” Scientific studies have shown that the choice to be attracted to the same sex is just the same as “normal” attraction. Attraction…

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    or ability to have sexual feelings” as well as “a person’s sexual orientation or preference in relation to the gender they are attracted to.”(Webster’s Dictionary, 1891) Sexual orientation also refers to a person's sense of identity-based on those attractions, related behaviors, and membership in a community of others who share those attractions.(Michael G. Shively MA & John P. De Cecco PhD 1977) However, sexuality and sexual orientation involve more than just a simple attraction and scientist…

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    Tutorial #3 Sexual Orientation – Symbolic Interaction Sexual orientation plays a huge role in society and individuality, as people try to find a place for them in society where they feel comfortable with their sexual attraction. Symbolic interactions of sexuality can be observed throughout societies throughout a multitude of different cultures. For example, in ancient societies such as ancient Greece, homosexuality was seen as the highest form of relationships among upper class males. This was…

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    Sexuality And Society

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    Webster’s dictionary defines it as the sexual habits and desires of a person. However, the whole scope and true meaning of sexuality is both much broader and deeper than this simple definition. The Sexuality Resource Center for Parents says that it includes the sex, how a person performs their gender, and to their sexual orientation and preferences. Since the breadth of sexuality is so vast I will focus on the sexual orientations, preferences, societal perceptions, sexual experiences and…

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