Out of DSM: Depathologizing Homosexuality

Out of DSM: Depathologizing Homosexuality.

In 1973, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) removed the diagnosis of "homosexuality" from the second edition of its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). This resulted after comparing competing theories, those that pathologized homosexuality and those that viewed it as normal. In an effort to explain how that decision came about, this paper reviews some historical scientific theories...

Homosexuality

This pleasantly brief book, well written in clear easily understood English is destined, I feel sure, to find a place on the bookshelves of most medical practitioners and of those engaged in the various ancilliary professions. It should also prove of considerable interest to the more literate sections of the general public, especially those engaged in any form of social work. Whilst not attempt...

Biological aspects of homosexuality.

Biological Basis of Homosexuality

In 1862, Charles Darwin wrote that “we do not even in the least know the final cause of sexuality. The whole subject is hidden in darkness.” Since then, however, many studies have offered insight into this complex issue. Although many think that homosexuals are simply confused about their sexual identity, recent scientific findings have given more support to those who believe gays are genetical...

Psychosocial aspects of homosexuality.

This paper and that which follows by M 7 MacCulloch were prepared for a London Medical Group symposium entitled 'Homosexuality: congenital or acquired?' held at the Middlesex Hospital Medical School in October 1979. DrCrown deals with the psychological and socialfactors of homosexuality. While he believes that part of homosexual behaviourmay be genetic, DrCrownfeels that the acquired factors ar...