Monday, October 25, 2010

Homophobia

What are the consequences of anti-gay prejudices?

  • The consequences of anti-gay prejudices are as follows : homosexuals may internalize the phobia, some will hide their sexuality, hate crimes are created, interferes with same-sex friendships, psychological consequences, and homophobic guys will do anything that would even make people wonder if they were gay. 
How does Herek define "Secondary Victimization"? 
  • an LGB hate crime survivor experiences increased discrimination when others find out about their sexual preference because of another victimization
What did Burns find out about staying silent about one's sexuality? Why is it important for some students to be open and vocal about who they are? 
  • If you stay silent about your sexuality you will not face much discrimination. However, it is important to be open and vocal because it might help someone else find you or it could release fears you have been having. 
What is the intersection of race and sexuality according to Lim - Him? 
  • even though gays are oppressed they reciprocate oppression through their racist views and remarks


No comments:

Post a Comment