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On the question of bisexuality.

K Z Altshuler

    American Journal of Psychotherapy
    |October 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Sexual orientation may not be a continuous spectrum. Research suggests that individuals identifying as bisexual may experience dichotomous sexual choice, challenging the continuum model of sexual attraction.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Human Sexuality
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • The concept of sexual orientation is often presented as a continuum ranging from exclusive homosexuality to exclusive heterosexuality.
    • This model implies that individuals at the midpoint, such as bisexuals, experience equal attraction and pleasure with both sexes, and exhibit random partner choice.

    Observation:

    • A small sample of individuals self-identifying as bisexual based on specific criteria (equal frequency, equal pleasure, random choice) were interviewed.
    • This study aimed to investigate the validity of the continuum model by examining the experiences of these self-identified bisexual individuals.

    Findings:

    • The study's findings suggest that sexual choice may be dichotomous rather than continuous.
    • If these participants are representative, the experiences of bisexual individuals challenge the assumptions of a linear sexual orientation spectrum.
    • Inferences drawn from a continuum model may not accurately represent the complexities of sexual attraction and choice.

    Implications:

    • These results question the applicability of the continuum model for understanding sexual orientation.
    • Further research is needed to explore alternative models that better account for the diversity of sexual experiences and preferences.
    • Understanding sexual choice as potentially dichotomous has implications for psychological theories and therapeutic approaches to sexuality.

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