Chapter 1

1. Warren C. Lathe III argues that some scientists have found differences in the brain anatomies between homosexual men and heterosexual men that imply that homosexuality has a biological origin. Paul Cameron maintains that homosexuality results from various social, cultural, and familial influences. Whose evidence do you find most convincing and why?
2. In Sue Bohlin’s opinion conversion therapy has helped numerous homosexuals find happiness as heterosexuals. Douglas C. Haldeman maintains that reparative therapies have been ineffective and often cause psychological harm to participants. With whose argument do you most agree? Explain.
3. According to Patricia Nell Warren, people choose whether they live as homosexual, heterosexual, or bisexual, and society should respect their decision. Do you agree with her argument? Why or why not?
4. James Dobson contends that homosexuality is a mental disorder that can be treated. He argues that parents must monitor their...