1. Sexual Orientation

How do you describe your sexual orientation?

Our sexual orientation controls who we are sexually attracted to. Most people are aware of their sexual attractions by the time they enter their teens. We cannot influence our sexual orientation any more than we can change whether we are left or right handed, it just is.

 

The Continuum

Sexual Orientation exists on a continuum and almost everyone is somewhere along it. Clumped around one end are the majority of people who are mainly attracted to the opposite sex, scattered across the middle are those attracted to both sexes, and huddling at the other end are those attracted mainly to the same sex. Some people may not experience any sexual attraction at all and sit outside of this continuum. Where do you sit?

 

This is the place on Curious where people can share their personal stories and experiences about sexuality and gender identity. Have a read of these.

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