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Sexual orientation - what does this mean

Sexual orientation is the part of sexuality that relates to attraction, feelings and sexual self-concept. Sexual behavior does not always follow sexual orientation. Society and culture has a significant influence on what people perceive as “acceptable” sexual behavior. This may inhibit or encourage certain sexual expression.

Ideally, sexual orientation and behavior support an individual’s sexual identity in a positive healthy way. There are three common sexual orientations:

homosexual – attracted to same gender
heterosexual – attracted to the opposite gender
bisexual – attracted to either gender