Mental health articles

 Homosexuality means sex between men and men, or women and women (lesbian relationship). There are strong views about this sort of sexual behaviour. In some places this is seen as a mental problem or even a criminal act. It is very important that, as a health worker, you treat same-sex relationships as another example of the diversity of human relationships. Homosexuality is not a mental health problem. Just as sexual problems can arise in male–female relationships, so can they in same-sex relationships. In reality, few people in same-sex relationships will discuss this with health workers because they fear being criticised or mocked. Because people who are attracted to their own gender are often persecuted, some may suffer loneliness, guilt, fear and unhappiness. If you are sensitive to this situation and can offer a space for homosexual men and lesbian women to discuss their feelings in an atmosphere of trust, you may help them cope better with their isolation and loneliness.

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