Exam 11: Sexual Orientation and the Struggle for Equality

Norm, a heterosexual, was assigned to work with Phil, a gay man. Over time Norm developed a more favorable attitude toward gay rights. This example illustrates

Women are more likely than men to have negative attitudes toward gay people.

Sexual orientation change efforts have been proven to be very effective.​

About one-quarter of the adult population of the U.S. self-identifies as gay or bisexual.​

The most common reason for someone to switch from an anti-gay marriage stance to a pro-gay marriage stance is

LGBT adults tend to score ___________ than others on most measures of social well-being.

Very few gay and lesbian students report being bullied in school.

Conflict theorists argue that heterosexual men's negative reactions to gay men reinforce gender inequality.

Federal hate crimes law includes crimes against individuals because of sexual orientation or gender identity.​

Research findings demonstrate​

The majority of Americans believe same-sex relationships are morally acceptable.​

Explain the relationship between religion and attitudes about sexual diversity, including a discussion of the ways different religions view homosexuality.

"Treatments" to cure sexual orientation are called

Why are antidiscrimination policies that include sexual orientation often good for the "bottom line" of businesses?

Reparative or conversion therapy can be harmful.

The Employment Nondiscrimination Act (ENDA)

People who experience prejudice and discrimination are more likely to experience health problems.​

The American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, and the American Medical Association, as well as other professional organizations, believe that sexual orientation can be changed.

Research shows the repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell resulted in

Research clearly indicates that the origin of sexual orientation is genetic.​