Sexuality and Gender
Heterosexual
Heterosexuality refers to romantic and sexual feelings between persons of the opposite sex or gender.
Heterosexuals are those who are sexually attracted to people of opposite sex, which implies that a male would be sexually attracted to females and vice versa. Heterosexuals are also referred to as ‘Straight’ by orientation. They tend to develop romantic, emotional and sexual relationships with people from opposite sex only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heterosexuality forced sexuality due to societal and family pressure?
For most of the people when they’re brought up they are surrounded with Heterosexual people. A father and a mother and the society in common hence they also tend to feel that they’re supposed to be attracted to the opposite gender only. This usually happens when they’re in a very conservative society where it is not allowed to question or explore one’s sexuality.
Can Heterosexual people shift to a different sexuality with time?
Yes, it can happen and happens with many people. Often this has been noticed that people come out in their 40’s or 50’s even after having kids. Usually when people start to understand themselves better and start finding some support system or are confident they tend to ‘come out’ a person with different sexual orientation.
What is the difference between Cis and Heterosexual?
Cis is the person who identifies himself as same gender inside and outside for instance, a girl who feels like a female only but she can still be attracted to a female whereas a heterosexual would always be attracted to opposite sex.
Stories on this topic
LGBTQ+ couples: Strengthening bonds and building relationships
TickleLife Editorial Team, Jun 24 2021
Regardless of your sexual orientation or preferences, you have to work on building your relationship effectively. Here, the focus has to be on developing the bond that you share with your partner.
Regardless of your sexual orientation or preferenc...
Hungary Bans LGBTQ literature for minors
TickleLife Editorial Team, Jun 13 2021
Activists fear the new law curbs freedom of speech and children’s rights. Hungary’s ruling Fidesz party has suggested a law to ban gender change content for children under 18.
Activists fear the new law curbs freedom of speech and children’s rights.
Coming Out: planning ahead, testing the waters, environment, support systems, and safety.
Vyom Raisurana, Oct 17 2020
Coming out of the closet can be an intimidating and daunting process for many. Hiding or lying about one’s identity can be a very frustrating experience.
Coming out of the closet can be an intimidating and daunting process for many.
LGBTQ Local support chapters, helplines, resources, etc in the USA
Chetana Chaudhury, Oct 15 2020
An assist is so a noble and precious gift you'll offer to somebody. Supporting individuals around oneself is Godly! after we offer cheerfully and settle for appreciatively, most are blessed.
An assist is so a noble and precious gift you'll offer to somebody.
