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==Culture== |
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Open identification of one's sexual orientation, especially if not straight |
Open identification of one's sexual orientation, especially if not straight or [[allosexual]], may be hindered by homophobic and heterosexist environments. Social systems such as language and cultural traditions can have a powerful impact on the realization of sexual orientation. |
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or [[allosexual]], may be hindered by homophobic and heterosexist environments. Social systems such as language and cultural traditions can have a powerful impact on the realization of sexual orientation. |
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Integration of sexual orientation with sociocultural identity may be a challenge for LGBT individuals. Individuals may or may not consider their sexual orientation to define their sexual identity, as they may experience various degrees of fluidity<ref>[https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10508-011-9761-1 "Stability and Change in Sexual Orientation Identity Over a 10-Year Period in Adulthood," Steven E. Mock and Richard P. Eibach, ''Archives of Sexual Behavior''.]</ref> or may simply identify more strongly with another aspect of their identity, such as family role.<ref>[https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1991-23978-001 "Culture and the self: Implications for cognition, emotion, and motivation," Hazel R. Markus and Shinobu Kitayama, ''Psychological Review''.]</ref> |
Integration of sexual orientation with sociocultural identity may be a challenge for LGBT individuals. Individuals may or may not consider their sexual orientation to define their sexual identity, as they may experience various degrees of fluidity<ref>[https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10508-011-9761-1 "Stability and Change in Sexual Orientation Identity Over a 10-Year Period in Adulthood," Steven E. Mock and Richard P. Eibach, ''Archives of Sexual Behavior''.]</ref> or may simply identify more strongly with another aspect of their identity, such as family role.<ref>[https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1991-23978-001 "Culture and the self: Implications for cognition, emotion, and motivation," Hazel R. Markus and Shinobu Kitayama, ''Psychological Review''.]</ref> |
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