Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
This page was reviewed or revised on Thursday, October 13, 2011 11:31 AM
For some people discovering their sexual orientation may be simple and uncomplicated, for others it may be a confusing journey.
Sexual orientation refers to who you are attracted to emotionally, physically, and sexually. This may be to members of the opposite sex, same sex or both sexes. Either way, we all move toward a preferred sexual preference, and no matter what that may be, it is not wrong. A person should feel happy and fulfilled in their relationships.
Just like sexual orientation, discovering gender identity can either be a simple or complicated journey.
Gender identity is different than sexual orientation and is more about feeling 'male' or 'female' inside. For some people their sense of feeling 'male' or 'female' matches their physical sex; for others it does not.
Below are some resources for lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, trans-sexual, trans-gender, two-spirit, intersex, queer or questioning individuals. There is also some information for parents, friends, families and co-workers to support loved ones struggling with sexual orientation and gender identity.
For more information, or if you would like to speak with a nurse at the County of Lambton's Sexual Health Clinic, click here for information, hours and locations.
Teens:
Rebound Sarnia-Lambton - one to one counselling
The Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line - Offers counselling to youth from youth.
Teens & Adults:
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
Parents:
PFLAG Canada - Information for parents, friends, families and co-workers to support loved ones struggling with sexual orientation and gender identity.
Anti-gay bullying:
Youth Line - Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line
What does gay mean? - Mental Health America
Health and Wellness:
Gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans-gender/trans-sexual - Canadian Rainbow Health Coalition
First Nations:
2-Spirit People of First Nations
Intersex:
Individuals and families - Intersex Society of North America
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