Wouldnt it be better for heterosexuals to know homosexuals?
105695
an i suppose you'd say we should get to know you intimately so as not to be afraid or predjudiced or overreact to the obvious differences that you as gay people try to press on straight people as being "normal" and that if we'd try it "we'd like it" and "homo's are smarter.." yeah, i'm sure. i'v got nothin against gays- i just can't stand being hit on in very impolite ways and i refuse to give credit to ingoramous women who think themselves above being polite to a stranger that isnt because the dykes and fags can eat themselves when it comes down to it.
1013228
I remember something about this from my sociology classes.  It's actually about the same everywhere, at least from what can be told from research that HAS been done.  Each time that researchers have surveyed people (of each sex, from whatever background, from any country, any religion, rural/urban, etc.)--- when the people were told and it was made VERY CLEAR that everything was confidential--- the results were about the same:  4%-5% of those responding identified themselves as homosexual and/or bisexual.\n\nResults from surveys that were NOT confidential were predictably very different.  Numbers were higher in urban and western areas, simply because homosexuality is more openly accepted in those places.  But give the people anonymity, and it seems to even out...
444707
Based on what you've said I will take a guess and think you are heterosexual.  You can't use your heterosexual idea of sex and try to understand homosexual activity.  For example, gay couples do not think one plays the "guy" role and the other plays the "female" role because they are both of the same sex...therefore they both play the same role.  Sexual orientation has nothing to do with social behavior.
390075
No more than they were previously. We just have mass media to thank for more exposure to it and therefore more opinions about it. (i.e. yahoo answer) I bet one would find a higher rate of bestiality in areas where mates are scarce as opposed to those where they're plentiful. (perhaps instances of homosexuality among non-homosexuals as well)
110711
there is only one: sexual attraction to the same sex.  Other than that homosexuals come in all shapes, sizes, colors, masulinities/femininities etc.
455130
Wether or not people admit it, I'm sure everyone things about it enough to consider why they are heterosexual and question what homosexuality would be like for them.  In the end, I think questioning is healthy, it will help you reconfirm what you already may think you are.
952404
yes specially when one of them is homosexual.
66993
what heterosexual identifying people don't realize is, if you ae asking this question, you are not straight...\n\nbut that's really no big deal.\n\nif you love your husband and your relationship is working, you can enjoy learning this new thing about yourself without messing up a good thing.\n\nif you guys have a good friendship, you could probably let him in on your little secret.  you might be surprised at how fun scoping together can be.\n\nstill, remember that loving relationships are so much more than sexual.  if you love yourself and you don't fear what's inside of you, you won't feel the urge to betray the one you love!
24598
Most people get confused with homosexuals because they don't know how to react.  We are told growing up that there are boy and girls and they go to their own bathrooms.  Honestly, today is that many homosexuals try to force their views on non-homosexuals which causes tension.
834127
Because we are. \n\nWhy are you heterosexual or homosexual? Because that's part of who you are. \n\nIt's just a tiny part of what makes up each individual, their sexual orientation. \nHumans are sexual beings, whether homosexual or heterosexual. I doesn't and shouldn't matter.
148422
I think that it's a strong possibility, but you know that the "christian" homophobes will write you some nastygrams about this question.  Funny how they are both Christians and hate gays.
713327
People may not agree w/ the gay lifestyle, however if they got to really KNOW some gay people the ignorance surrounding their beliefs would be wiped out.  Gay people are just like straight people as far as I can tell.  Live and let live, why do people care about what others do in the bedroom?  Is it a sin?  Who are we to judge or care?  I can think of many other "sins" that humans commit that far surpass being gay if being gay is a sin.
395882
That's one possible "benefit" of being GLBT. We aren't (most) immadiately identifyable. Some times you can bounce between the two world and most of the time it isn't anyone's business. Sometimes you benefit from not being identified. Its not fair but most people do it (straight or gay) to some extent. Acting like you know more about cars so you don't get gouged by a mechanic for example. I don't get offended. But its not a compliment to be called something you are not.
905197
There are things you cant tell your sister no matter how close you are! Sometimes it is easier to tell friends. I have many gay guy best friends.
397721
If they are dickhea.s like you...\n...For sure!!!\n\nGet out of the closet, Hon!\nIt will be more comfortable ;P  !
749400
umm no i think you should know if you want people of the same sex
63963
No. Gay is accepted in the homosexual community and is the preferred term. Very few people aren't familiar with this term, I would think. Homo was used for years by people who wanted to discriminate against persons who were homosexual. So, don't use this term. \n\nI think you can ask any question on Y.A. about homosexuality if you ask them politely and if you truly ask a question and don't make a statement about someone or something in the guise of a question.