Homosexuality in modern world

the term homosexuality was coined in the late 19th century by a german psychologist, karoly maria benkert. although the term is new, discussions about sexuality in general, and same-sex attraction in particular, have occasioned philosophical discussion. perhaps the most significant recent social change involving homosexuality is the emergence of the gay liberation movement. with the rise of the gay liberation movement in the post-stonewall era, gay and lesbian perspectives began to be put forward in politics, philosophy and literary theory.
starting from this movement, many questions have emerged. scientists have been trying to give accurate answers ever since, so that the wide audience may not be mislead by misconceptions. for instance, just as there is no such thing as a single heterosexual lifestyle, there is no such thing as a single gay lifestyle. anti-gay activists have promoted the idea that the lives of homosexuals revolve aroun...