Homosexuality

Definition

Homosexuality refers to the sexual or romantic attraction, behavior, or orientation towards individuals of the same sex. It is a natural variation of human sexuality and not considered a mental disorder.

Analogy

Think of homosexuality like different flavors of ice cream. Just as some people prefer chocolate while others prefer vanilla, some individuals are attracted to the opposite sex (heterosexual) while others are attracted to the same sex (homosexual).

Related terms

Heterosexuality: Refers to sexual or romantic attraction, behavior, or orientation towards individuals of the opposite sex.

Sexual Orientation: A person's enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attractions towards men, women, both genders, or none.

LGBTQ+: An acronym that stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning. It represents a diverse range of sexual orientations and gender identities beyond just homosexuality.