Sexual Orientation
The pattern of sexual and emotional attraction based on the gender of one's partner
Sexual Identity
One's self-label or self-identification as a homosexual, heterosexual, or bisexual person
Gender
the socially constructed roles, behaviors, activities and attributes that a society considers appropriate for men and women
Media Influence
Extremely influential but not always accurate *remember ted talk
Subjectively "normal" behavior
According to this definition, normalcy is any behavior that is similar to one's own. Through most of us use this definition, few of us will acknowledge it.
Statistically "normal" behavior
According to this definition, whatever behaviors are more common are normal; less common ones are abnormal. However, the fact that a behavior is not widely practiced does not make it abnormal except in a statistical sense.
Idealistically "normal" behavior
Taking an ideal for norm, individuals who use this approach measure all deviations against perfection. Using idealized behavior as a norm can easily lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and anxiety. They may try to model their behavior after Christ or Gandhi
Culturally "Normal" Behavior
This is a probably the standard most of us use most of the time: We accept as normal what our cultural defines as normal. This measure explains why our notions of normalcy do not always agree with those of people from other countries, religious, communiti
Clinically "normal" Behavior
The clinical standard uses scientific data about health and illness to make judgements. Regardless of time or place, clinical definitions should stand the test of time.
Egocentric fallacy
This mistaken belief that our own personal experience and values generally are held by others; we use our own beliefs and values to explain the attitudes, motivations, and behaviors of others.
Ethnocentric fallacy
The belief that our own ethnic group, nation, or culture is innately superior to others
Informed consent
assent given by a mentally competent individual at least 18 years old with full knowledge of the purpose and potential risks and benefits of participation