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  Is sexual orientation determined at birth?

Background
 Defining Sexuality
 Determining Sexual Orientation
 Homosexuality in Animals

Causes: Inborn (Nature)
 Gay Gene
 Hormones and Antibodies
 Anatomical Differences

Causes: Psychological (Nurture)
 Developmental
 Parent and Sibling Relations
 Victims of Sexual Abuse

Causes: Other
 Gay Germ Theory

Changing Sexual Orientation
 Ex-Gays
 Conversion Therapy

Religious Considerations
 Buddhism
 Christianity
 Hinduism
 Islam
 Judaism

Social and Legal Implications
 Discrimination
 Health Concerns
 Gay-Straight Alliances


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