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    Posted on: 05/25/2004

    Question

    My boyfriend sometime questions his sexuality coz i always catch porn on him computer and he says he does it coz he at time feels like he may be a gay. he said ever since he was in primary he got tease about it when he wasnt. But when he is not busy he tends to think about 2 guys together and sometimes he's one of them. he doesnt really think about it when im being over affectionate to him. he said he's been feeling this way within six months together we have now been together for 2 yrs please help me is my boyfriend gay or bi sexual or is it something else?

    Submitted on 05/10/04 at 03:48:56


    Answer

    Dear Teen: It can be very confusing when you are a teenager to figure out what your sexual feelings are.

    Sexual orientation or preference is defined by a person's enduring emotional, romantic, sexual, or affectional attraction to other people. It sounds like your boyfriend is exploring his feelings and is not sure about his preference for males or females, but may feel attracted to both at this point.

    Over time he will probably find that he is drawn more to males or females, or both if he is truly bisexual. Some teens find it helpful to consult websites for more information such as www.youthresource.com or talk with a trusted friend or adult about their feelings.


    Answered By:
    Joyce Brothers Kart , MFT


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