Attitudes toward homosexuality, perceived similarity to the target homosexual, and type of prior contact with the target homosexual were found to interact in influencing such aggressiveness. The implication of these findings to the "personal threat" and "scapegoating" hypotheses of aggression toward homosexuals is discussed.…

The purpose of our study was to collect, collate, and analyze all reported judicial decisions and the regulations, policies, and legislation of federal, state, and local governments and agencies regarding homosexuality. Presented at the American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C., 1976. (Author)

Examines some of the considerations that a counselor must face when counseling a homosexual client. (HMV)

Surveys of students in a number of colleges and universities reveal a variety of attitudes and levels of knowledge about acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). (MSE)

Investigated the attitudes of 80 first-year teacher education students towards lesbian women, gay men, and "homosexuality and education" using specially constructed scales. Results showed significant differences in the attitudes of male and female students. An attempt to alter the students' views is reported and the scales for measuring…

The Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) epidemic significantly influences attitudes about life and lifestyles. Homosexuals have to give increased consideration to coupling, the nature of coupled relationships, sex and intimacy, and death long before the normal time. Discusses impact of AIDS on the early stages of gay coupling and on the…

This article discusses homosexuality in the college years based on clinical observation, developmental theory, and findings from major studies. The changing sexual orientation in men and women and development of sexual preferences are described. Male and female concerns and patterns are seen as psychodynamically and socioculturally different…

The scope of this article is a review and brief discussion of recently gathered information on androgens and sexual behavior in men. Current pharmacological research does not furnish specific evidence that administration of androgens or preprations that stimulate the secretion of endogenous androgens have beneficial effects on functional…

Investigates the ways in which the language used by gay men reflects and affects the relationships between dominant culture and subculture. (MH)

Given the family grasp on single males and the relatively late age at marriage it seems clear that the attitudes and behavior of the "mestizoized" Mexican family toward homosexuality play an important role in shaping the behavior of family members who are homosexually active. (Author)

A social episode model of sexual behavior is proposed with emphasis placed on arousal as a crucial variable. This model argues against a disease or deficiency concept of homosexuality. The authors hold a therapist should adequately respond to a valid sexual orientation request. (Author)

This article reports results of a survey of police officials, prosecuting attorneys, and members of homosexual groups in the seven states that had decriminalized private homosexual behavior between consenting adults. The response indicates that decriminalization has eased the problems of the homosexual community without any other adverse effects.…

Noting current estimates that between 4 and 14 million children have lesbian or gay parents and recent research suggesting that most college students are homophobic, this study examined college students' homophobia and attitudes toward adoption. Participating in the study were 96 heterosexual undergraduate education majors at a state college who…

This issue deals with the Supreme Court's recent decision in "Mitchell v. Helms" that is viewed by many as additional legal fire power for voucher proponents in the battle over the constitutionality of such programs. The discussion attempts to sort out how the High Court's decision may affect the future of voucher programs. Specifically, the Court…

The Lesbian and Gay Child Care Task Force documented anecdotal evidence of homophobia in child care and school age communities, including: (1) refusal to accept children from lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) families into child care; (2) biased attitudes expressed to children when they speak about their families; and (3) demonstrated…