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Using Theory to Understand Gay and Lesbian Identity Development
There are several theories that describe the sexual orientation development of gay and lesbian individuals. Because people are unique and everyone has his or her own story, no one theory describes all people. Some of the factors that influence development, and which are not yet accounted for by theory, include race, religion, culture, gender, and…
Think About It by C. Ann Shepherd
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60 Minutes: Science or Stereotypes?
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