Sexuality Flashcards
what is the definition of sexuality
who you are sexually and romantically attracted to. Also known as sexual orientation
what is the definition of heterosexual
attraction to those of the opposite gender identity
what is the definition of homosexual
Gay or lesbian: attraction to the same gender identity
what is the definition of bisexual
attraction to more than one gender identity
what is the definition og asexuality
no sexual attraction at all
what is heteronormativity
when heterosexual identities are viewed as the norm and the most ideal and superior form of sexuality, often due to its link to reproduction
It is encouraged and reinforced through culture
how are other sexualities viewed in a heteronomitive society
viewed as abnormal and deviant
hopw is heterosexuality socially constructed
society creates different expectations for men and women
men are expected to be promiscuous predators and are praised for being sexual
women are supposed to be passive and more interested in love and are punished for being ‘promiscuous’
Also sexual attractiveness is also socially constructed as it has changed over time
list some examples of where heteronormativity remains
heterosexuality is encouraged and reinforced throughout culture
a quarter of the worlds population believes that being LGBTQ should be a crime
70 countries criminalised same-sex relationships
list some examples where acceptance of a range of sexualities has taken place
more media representation ins TV soaps of LGBTQ relationships
London has gay pride marches and have begin to increase
change in the law for same-sex marriage 2015
awarenesss due to leisure and consumption e.g gay bars
