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What historical developments have shaped our thinking about gender and sexuality over the past 50 years?
What historical developments have shaped our thinking about gender and sexuality over the past 50 years?
What emerged from the science of sex, or sexology, in the late nineteenth century?
What emerged from the science of sex, or sexology, in the late nineteenth century?
What term is often used to describe the study of sexual identities at the turn of the century?
What term is often used to describe the study of sexual identities at the turn of the century?
What was the impact of Bill C-150 and Pierre Trudeau's statement?
What was the impact of Bill C-150 and Pierre Trudeau's statement?
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What is the main focus of queer activism?
What is the main focus of queer activism?
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What does the term 'queer' represent in the context of LGBTQ+ communities?
What does the term 'queer' represent in the context of LGBTQ+ communities?
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What is the belief that transsexuals' identified genders are inferior to those of cissexuals called?
What is the belief that transsexuals' identified genders are inferior to those of cissexuals called?
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When was same-sex sexual activity decriminalized in Canada?
When was same-sex sexual activity decriminalized in Canada?
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What marked the beginning of a public movement for gay and lesbian rights, leading to the formation of the Gay Liberation Front (GLF)?
What marked the beginning of a public movement for gay and lesbian rights, leading to the formation of the Gay Liberation Front (GLF)?
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Who categorized abnormal sexual behavior in the work 'Psychopathia Sexualis'?
Who categorized abnormal sexual behavior in the work 'Psychopathia Sexualis'?
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Who created categories of Urning and Urningin to make sense of same-sex attraction?
Who created categories of Urning and Urningin to make sense of same-sex attraction?
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Whose research challenged social norms by revealing that people's sexual behaviors combined so-called perverse behaviors with those considered normal?
Whose research challenged social norms by revealing that people's sexual behaviors combined so-called perverse behaviors with those considered normal?
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According to social constructionism theories, what is a limitation regarding sexual orientation?
According to social constructionism theories, what is a limitation regarding sexual orientation?
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What does Queer theory challenge regarding legislative changes for marginalized groups?
What does Queer theory challenge regarding legislative changes for marginalized groups?
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What does the term 'Two-spirited' recognize according to the text?
What does the term 'Two-spirited' recognize according to the text?
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When were gays, lesbians, and bisexual persons allowed to serve in the Canadian military?
When were gays, lesbians, and bisexual persons allowed to serve in the Canadian military?
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What was the reason for Jan Buterman's termination from the Roman Catholic school board?
What was the reason for Jan Buterman's termination from the Roman Catholic school board?
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What was offered to Jan Buterman in 2011, which he refused largely due to a confidentiality clause?
What was offered to Jan Buterman in 2011, which he refused largely due to a confidentiality clause?
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What is the main cause of increased suicide risk among gay adolescents and young men?
What is the main cause of increased suicide risk among gay adolescents and young men?
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What is one of the root causes of individual feelings of homophobia and transphobia according to the text?
What is one of the root causes of individual feelings of homophobia and transphobia according to the text?
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What can be helpful for social workers in addressing homophobia and transphobia related to religion?
What can be helpful for social workers in addressing homophobia and transphobia related to religion?
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What is one of the challenges to societal norms mentioned in the text?
What is one of the challenges to societal norms mentioned in the text?
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Who does the text emphasize as needing support in enjoying their sex lives?
Who does the text emphasize as needing support in enjoying their sex lives?
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What does the kink community engage in, as mentioned in the text?
What does the kink community engage in, as mentioned in the text?
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In which year did Canada enact federal legislation allowing marriage for same-sex partners?
In which year did Canada enact federal legislation allowing marriage for same-sex partners?
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When were transgender rights explicitly included in the Canadian Human Rights Code?
When were transgender rights explicitly included in the Canadian Human Rights Code?
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In which year did the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act in Canada recognize same-sex partners and legitimate refugee claims based on sexual orientation?
In which year did the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act in Canada recognize same-sex partners and legitimate refugee claims based on sexual orientation?
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What is the focus of Circles of Support and Accountability programs in Canada?
What is the focus of Circles of Support and Accountability programs in Canada?
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What is the impact of treatment on recidivism rates for sexual offences?
What is the impact of treatment on recidivism rates for sexual offences?
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What is the role of social workers in addressing LGBTQ+ communities' experiences?
What is the role of social workers in addressing LGBTQ+ communities' experiences?
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Study Notes
Theories on Sexuality and Gender
- The search for the "gay gene" has been used to advocate for queer rights based on the belief that sexuality is innate, but biological determinism has not eradicated discrimination and has even perpetuated inequality.
- Scientific "truths" about gender and sexuality often reflect current socio-political norms and values, raising ethical concerns, such as the potential for selective abortion based on genetic testing for sexual orientation.
- Social constructionism theories posit that sexualities are shaped by social and cultural contexts, leading to practices like gender reassignment surgery for intersex individuals, but they have limitations, as research shows that sexual orientation cannot be changed.
- Freud critiqued biological explanations for homosexuality and suggested that it is an immature stage of development, but his theories were often used to pathologize and "cure" homosexuality.
- Queer theory challenges the feasibility of legislative changes for marginalized groups within a capitalist democracy and advocates for a radical transformation of societal norms and expectations related to human sexuality.
- Queer theory responds to the realization that many people do not fit easily into binary oppositions of man-woman and heterosexual-homosexual, suggesting that sexual orientation does not provide a complete description of a person's attractions and relationships.
- Sex and gender are distinct aspects of identity, with sex determined by genetics, chromosomes, and hormones, and gender encompassing identity and adherence to cultural norms of femininity and masculinity.
- Sexual orientation refers to emotional, romantic, sexual, or affectional attraction to another person, independent of gender identity or gender role.
- Two-spirited is a First Nations term recognizing gender as a continuum and includes sexual or gender identity, sexual orientation, and social values.
- Social constructionism theories have led to practices like gender reassignment surgery for intersex individuals, but research shows that sexual orientation cannot be changed.
- Freud's theories shifted focus from biology to psychology but were often used to pathologize and "cure" homosexuality.
- Queer theory challenges the feasibility of legislative changes for marginalized groups within a capitalist democracy and advocates for a radical transformation of societal norms and expectations related to human sexuality.
Challenges Faced by Social Workers in Addressing Sexual Offences and LGBTQ+ Issues
- Social workers are increasingly working with individuals who have committed sexual offences, with a focus on encouraging potential perpetrators to seek treatment before committing a crime.
- Preventative programs for sexual offenders are becoming more prevalent in North America and Europe, and early interventions, coupled with ongoing support, have shown to be effective.
- Canada has pioneered the Circles of Support and Accountability programs, which aim to support convicted sexual offenders upon release from prison to prevent re-offending.
- Studies have shown that without treatment, recidivism rates for sexual offences are between 13 and 17 percent, but with treatment, this figure falls closer to 2 or 3 percent.
- The social work profession considers conversion therapy practices for treating homosexuality and gender identity issues to be largely discredited.
- Gender transitions can cause anxiety and uncertainty in families, highlighting the need for support for family members.
- Social workers have been implicated in the pathologization of gay, lesbian, and bisexual identities, reinforcing heteronormativity through silence about non-heterosexual identities.
- Social workers must find a balance in counseling LGBTQ+ individuals, avoiding both exaggerating difficulties and assuming sexual orientation and gender identity make no difference to a person's experience.
- LGBTQ+ individuals have faced institutionalized homophobia, transphobia, and heterosexism within schools, healthcare, and social services, leading to reluctance to seek help.
- LGBTQ+ communities are developing queer-positive social services, involved in policy change, community organizing, advocacy, and service provision.
- Members of LGBTQ+ communities often experience internalized homophobia due to external cultural messages that suggest they are failing to meet social standards.
- Social workers have a crucial role in addressing the stigma, stress, guilt, and shame experienced by members of LGBTQ+ communities.
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Explore the complexities of sexuality and gender with this quiz on various theories and concepts. Test your knowledge of biological determinism, social constructionism, Freudian critiques, queer theory, and more. Gain insights into the diverse perspectives that shape discussions on sexuality and gender identity.
