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Sexuality

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Sexuality encompasses the range of human sexual emotions, attractions, and behaviors directed towards others or oneself. It is a complex aspect of human identity influenced by biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors.

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