Mar 16, 2023 · Most historians agree that there is evidence of homosexual activity and same-sex love, whether such relationships were accepted or persecuted, in every documented culture.

Oct 29, 2008 · Sexual orientation refers to an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attractions to men, women, or both sexes.

Conversion therapy” is NOT therapy. “Conversion therapy” describes any attempt to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, or any component of these. It is sometimes called …

May 28, 2003 · Evelyn Hooker's research debunked the myth that homosexuals are inherently less mentally healthy than heterosexuals, leading to significant changes in how psychology views and …

Jul 8, 2024 · Transgender is an umbrella term used to describe people whose gender identity (sense of themselves as male or female) or gender expression differs from socially constructed norms …

Peter Hegarty is a professor of psychology and co-director of the newly launched Open Psychology Research Centre at The Open University in the United Kingdom, where he studies the history of …

In 1981, there were 270 reported cases of severe immune deficiency among gay men, with 121 individuals dead by the end of the year. Since it was first called GRID or Gay-Related Immune …

their sexual orientation. Although many lesbians and gay men learn to cope with the social stigma against homosexuality, this pattern of prejudice can have serious negative effects on health and well …

In 1938, women students at Indiana University asked for a class for students who were engaged or married. They got more than they asked for: They helped launch the field of sexuality research. The …

About this Series This resource is part of a series of informational guides from Division 16 (School Psychology) and Division 44 (Society for the Psychological Study of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and …