Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Homosexuality refers to the sexual or romantic attraction, behavior, or orientation towards individuals of the same sex. It is a natural variation of human sexuality and not considered a mental disorder.
Related terms
Heterosexuality: Refers to sexual or romantic attraction, behavior, or orientation towards individuals of the opposite sex.
A person's enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attractions towards men, women, both genders, or none.
LGBTQ+: An acronym that stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning. It represents a diverse range of sexual orientations and gender identities beyond just homosexuality.