Is Sexual Orientation Determined at Birth?

Whether sexual orientation is a trait we are born with (nature) or is caused by the environment we are raised in (nurture) has been debated by scientists, religious leaders, elected officials, and the general public.

Proponents argue that sexual orientation, much like handedness or tongue curling, is determined by natural, immutable biological factors such as genes or hormones, and therefore gay people should be entitled to the same legal rights and protections as other human beings.

Opponents argue that homosexuality is a reversible and unfortunate lifestyle choice resulting from poor child-parent relationships, sexual abuse, brainwashing by pro-gay influences, or other developmental causes. Some contend that gay people should be denied marriage, discrimination protection, and social and religious acceptance.

Peerapat 028

People are who they are There is no way to tell a person what their sexual orientation should be. They have something inside them that tells them what to feel and who to feel it for. This is inside them since birth. It isn't possible to sway someone because you don't like what they are choosing.


Supaphorn 040 4EN

I think it depends to family background. Some people believe it's also something to do with DNA as well. In this case, let's say it's pretty random. According to researches, babies don't know the difference between being female and male until they come to an age. I'd say sexual orientation doesn't determined at birth...

Suttida 058 3EN