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Gender and sexuality are complex and individualized concepts. This video aims to help navigate the world of sexuality by defining and providing examples of 10 different sexualities, some of which may be unfamiliar.
Bisexuality's definition is debated; originally, it was attraction to both genders. An evolved definition includes attraction to one's own and other genders, incorporating non-binary individuals. Famous examples include Brandon Urie and Angelina Jolie.
Homosexuality refers to attraction to one's own gender, often called gay (for male or female) or lesbian (for female only). Alan Carr and Sue Perkins are famous examples.
Heterosexuality is widely known, often considered the 'default' (heteronormativity). It means attraction to genders other than one's own, most commonly referring to binary genders.
Pansexuality is defined as attraction to all genders, where gender is often not a factor in attraction. It's sometimes used interchangeably with bisexuality. Miley Cyrus is a notable pansexual individual.
Polysexuality describes attraction to two or more genders. Bisexuality and pansexuality are considered types of polysexuality, although not all polysexual individuals use these specific terms.
Asexuality is the lack of sexual attraction to any gender. This doesn't mean asexual individuals don't have relationships or sex, contrary to common myths. The TV show 'Bojack Horseman' explores asexuality through the character Todd Chavez.
Grey-asexuality refers to very rare experiences of sexual attraction, still falling under the asexual umbrella. Demisexuality involves experiencing sexual attraction only after forming an emotional connection. It's considered a midpoint between asexuality and allo-sexuality.
Androsexuality is attraction to a masculine gender presentation, regardless of the attracted person's gender. Gynosexuality is attraction to a feminine gender presentation, also regardless of the attracted person's gender. These terms are less known outside LGBTQ+ circles.
The video concludes by hoping viewers feel more informed about sexuality and encourages them to reflect on which sexualities resonate with them or were new. It also prompts viewers to like, subscribe, and explore more content from Psych2Go.