SOCL 3501 : Final Exam Notes
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Interact with even babies differently depending on weather they are male or female: homophobia, negative attitudes about homosexuality and homosexuals, focuses on the individuals. Idea that homosexuals do not maintain long term relationships: stereotype. Belief that heterosexuality is superior to any other lifestyle: encompasses more than negative attitudes. Identity confusion- the person is amazed to think of themselves as a gay person could i be gay? . Identity comparison- person accepts the possibility of being gay or lesbian and examines the wider implications of that tentative commitment maybe this doesn"t apply to me . Identity tolerance- the person comes to the understanding they are. Not the only one ; finds other gay or lesbians to combat isolation. Identity acceptance- the person accepts themselves i will be okay ; acceptance over toleration. Identity pride- coming out of the closet and immersing in gay/lesbian culture i"ve got to let people know who i am .
