Sexual orientation is an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic and/or sexual attractions to men, women or both sexes that makes a person's sense of identity to be set to such a sex preference.
Homosexuality refers to the tendency of a person being either a gay or lesbian. There is no precise or inclusive definition of homosexuality. It is not a genetic defect- till scientifically proven, a hormonal imbalance, a mental disorder nor a demonic possession. There is no consensus among scientists about the exact reasons why an individual develops heterosexual, bisexual, gay or lesbian orientations.
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