Which sexual orientations do you know?

With the change of time, some genders changed their sexual orientation and inclination. For sure, you have been around for a long time, but no one dared to say it or come out of the closet. This loosened up over time. People became more open. Sometimes it was considered a statement to walk hand in hand through the city and present oneself in public. For many couples it must have been a liberation to finally be able to show what they stand for and what they love.

Unfortunately, many people, industries or religions are still affected by such situations and actions, which are incomprehensible and contemptible to us. It cannot be that so many people still live in fear, are not allowed to profess their orientation and are hated or even killed for their sexuality.

In our contribution we would like to introduce you to some of these basic orientations:

Heterosexuality (different sex)
Heterosexuality refers to people who are attracted to the opposite sex. For a long time, this orientation was considered the “normal” orientation because it is so common.

Bisexuality When a person is emotionally or sexually attracted to the opposite sex, it is called bisexuality. According to their own statements, many people have various experiences with the opposite sex in their lives. Especially in youth, people like to experiment. What appeals to us over a long period of time does not necessarily have to stay that way. Just as our sense of taste and our preferences change, our sexual orientation can also develop

Homosexuality In the evolution of modern society, there are significantly more homosexuals today than in the past. People who are attracted to the same sex are called homosexuals. Unfortunately, many people still find it difficult to admit their homosexuality today, for reasons such as family, religion and general prejudice.

Homosexuality

Pansexuality This term covers people who are attracted to or can even fall in love with all other genders. In addition to men and women, transgender people, intersexuals or hermaphrodites are also included here.

Asexuality Asexual persons have no interest in sex, but this does not mean that they do not feel any excitement or need. Many people want a relationship on a purely platonic basis where the sexual act does not take place. Asexuality does not mean sexual abstinence. Many asexuals have consensual sex, for example, to fulfil the desire to have a child.

Unfortunately, there are also such inclinations:

Paedophilia Paedophilia is the sexual interest in children who have not yet reached puberty. If the interest is translated into active acts, one becomes a criminal because the legal norms are violated. If this interest lasts longer and the person concerned cannot control the urge to act out sexual acts with children, this is considered a mental disorder. Most of those affected are aware that their inclination is a serious problem. Unfortunately, the risk of recurrence is very high if children are assaulted. With certain medications and therapies, this sexual drive can be alleviated or even completely stopped in many of those affected.