Exam 13: Sexual Orientation

Describe the interactionist theory of homosexuality.

LeVay studied the brains of cadavers and found no differences between the brains of heterosexual and gay men.

It is probably impossible to state exactly how many people are lesbian or gay.

Define homophobia.

Social workers assume the _____ role when they confront unfair,discriminatory rules against LGBT individuals in public and private agencies.

Homophobia may involve some people's attempts to deny homosexual feelings in themselves.

Do you believe the military should exclude lesbian and gay personnel? Why or why not?

Are you homophobic? If so,how are you going to deal with a gay or lesbian client? If not,how are you going to deal with a homophobic client?

Violence against gays has decreased dramatically in recent years.

A homosexual is a person who is attracted primarily to people of the same gender to satisfy their sexual and affectional needs.

Many lesbians have expressed concern that men are given precedence over women when the term _____ is used by itself to refer to both genders.

What ethical issues do you think are involved in conversion therapy? Explain your reasons.

Gay and lesbian people have lifestyles that are just as varied as those of heterosexuals.

Lesbian and gay people may adjust better to aging than do heterosexual people based on the competence in independence and:

The "don't ask,don't tel" policy related to lesbians and gays in the military was repealed by President Barack Obama.