Historical and Scientific Perspectives on Homosexuality

Some scientists have neutral position in this question and consider that in the issue of human orientation “there are many influencing factors, both genetic and environmental” (Vincent, 2014). Consequently, the homosexuality may be characterized as the

Same sex relations have fluctuated throughout history between being something frowned upon or even forbidden to something that is socially acceptable. The term homosexuality was created in the late 19th century by a German psychologist, Karoly Maria Benkert (Plato). Although it has yet to be accurately identified when exactly the first signs of homosexuality appeared in history it the can be dated as far back as to the 24th-25th century B.C.E. (Northeastern). Homosexuality is not something new or unheard of by any means. In 529 we begin seeing the first punishments of homosexuals (Borngay). Roman emperor Justinian ordered “persons who engaged in homosexual sex to be executed, although those who were repent could be spared,” (Borngay). Following

Subtract the opinion polls and the ‘gays function well in the workplace’ add the normalisation of sexual deviancy by the Kinsey report.

Today in our public way of living there is something new, which demands our attention and deserves a careful moral response; the term homosexual. Sexual identity is now in crisis throughout the population, and gay people-at once the most exposed subjects and objects of the crisis-have been forced to invent a complete perspective in grasping this term and what it’s like being “made-up” of this gay “gene”. The education on this does not come as simple as one would think; but with

One of many debatable topics nationwide today are the origins of sexual orientation. According to the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a leading sexual and reproductive health care advocate and provider, sexual orientation is the “gender(s) someone is sexually and/or romantically attracted to” (What is Sexual Orientation?). Society classifies people who only seek the opposite sex as heterosexuals and those who adore the same sex, as homosexuals. But what comes to your mind when you think of the reason for their preference(s)? Do you think that people are influenced by society alone or can biological factors be accounted for and proved? Many people all over the world are intolerable of the idea that men and women do not choose their

Homosexuality remains one of the most important concepts in the sociological study of sexuality. It has not been proven in any way that homosexuality is induced by genetic makeup, by an individuals cultural, or societal practices. Homosexuality is defined as: one who has a sexual attraction towards someone else of the same sex. This topic will be examined with the socio conflict approach, and therefore critical sociology, due to the inequalities that have arisen in most cultures throughout the existence of the modern world, and the early modern world. Before 1960 homosexuality was not accepted in any sense in Canada, or the United Sates. Homosexuality was labeled by mental health professionals as a sickness, and a means for being

Other studies conducted suggest that homosexuality might be base on difference in the brain structure of homosexual and heterosexual males. In 1991, Simon LeVay, a researcher at salks institute for biological studies in San Diego, found that an area of the brain called INAH-3 was larger in heterosexual men as in homosexual men [6]. INAH-3 is a small cell cluster in the hypothalamus that is involve regulating male sex behavior. LeVay’s finding provided clues that prove that sexual attraction to some extent might be biological. Other studies following levay’s study suggest that homosexuality might be base on genetic. It is believe that “gay gene” is passed from mother tho son.

Sexual orientation mentions to a persistent pattern of expressive, passionate and or sexual attractions to males, females or equally to two genders. It furthermore discusses to an individual’s intelligence of individuality grounded on those fascinations, connected conducts and association in a community of others who share those fascinations. Study over more than a few periods has established that sexual orientation ranges along a continuum, from exclusive attraction to the other sex to exclusive attraction to the same sex. However, sexual orientation is usually discussed in terms of three groups: heterosexual (with magnetisms to memberships of the other gender), gay or lesbian (fascinations of members of same gender), and bisexual. This variety

In today’s society, it is impossible to go two weeks without seeing a headline detailing a recently proposed law regarding same-sex marriages or a news report depicting a mildly influential individual being publicly crucified for expressing degrading comments about homosexuality. Despite the commotion that surrounds the issue, I believe that it is not that complicated of a topic. Personally, I believe that the dispute should be separated into two distinct situations with two distinct solutions. On one hand, you have a political debate. On the other, you have a religious debate. Each situation should be handled separately by completely different individuals. I know where I stand politically; in fact, I feel quite strongly about the

My topic is on Homosexuality. I want to talk about what majority of worlds beliefs is affecting the gays, lesbians, transgender and bisexuals. I want to educate my audience and hopefully give them a different point of view. Plus, I want to talk about the difference mindset and beliefs different countries have. And I also want to talk about the difference between accepting and tolerating of the idea of homosexuality. But I'm kind of scared to do this topic since it's a very sensitive subject for a lot of people and I think it's best if I talk to you before I make my final

The passage of time into the final quarter of the last century, realized a progressively softer position regarding homosexuality, by both from the academic and wider community. This softening can be observed as being simultaneous with stances adopted by the APA. After the organization’s actions in 1973 and 1975 concerning acceptance of homosexuality, the literature had been littered with expressions of the wide variability in the social acceptance of homosexual activity (Greenberg & Bystryn, 1982).

Arranged marriages (p. 430) Gay and lesbian relationships (p. 430) ‘Electronic’ friendships (p. 431) Different types of love (p. 431)

In spite of the progress toward acceptance of bisexual individuals, many people still view sexual orientation as dichotomous, which contributes to the erasure and/or invisibility of the bisexual community (Alarie & Gaudet 2013). Some also perceive bisexuality as a “transitional identity” between heterosexuality and homosexuality, or believe that people who identify as bisexual are just too afraid to come out as homosexual (Israel and Mohr 2003; Alarie & Gaudet 2013). Some studies have

In applying the assigned reading to the article I found it very easy to understand the issue that many Latin American gay and transgender individuals confronting. The assigned reading prepared me to deal with the issue. In the article by Jonathan Ned Katz was a start off point to the history of heterosexuality in the United States. “This essay traces the historical process by which the heterosexual idea was created as ahistorical and taken-for-granted” (Katz pg.69). In addition, the article by Ruth Hubbard focused on the social construction of sexuality. I was well informed of the basics of the topic. In learning the history and construction of sexuality I was able to analyze the online article and add onto the issue. I started with a strong

Homosexuality is genetic! How can this statement be true? It is indeed true in the precise fact that Romans 3:23 points out, “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,” Humanity has been cursed with being genetically embedded with sin and a sinful nature. The current worldview is that homosexuality and multiple sexual orientations come from nature, and not nurture. This viewpoint is correct in that it is human nature to sin and seek out one’s own selfish desire. However, No one is prescribing a remedy for this sin. “Become sober-minded as you ought, and stop sinning; for some have no knowledge of God. I speak this to your shame.” (1 Corinthians 15:34) What the world has done is celebrated this sin and deceive youth through their much-wanted desire for acceptance and identity. There is a copious amount of research out there, along with world definitions of each orientation, and a call for acceptance of others’ orientations. There is also the other side of the argument and the fundamental truths that come from the word of God. Various resources are available to help youth leaders, teachers, parents and pastors to have a higher understanding of this cultural issue and the solutions and treatments available for youth struggling in this area. Spiritual leaders in the home, church, and schools ought to be prepared to teach on these topics readily, since this world, in which many youth are daily immersed, will readily present its own point of view with utter