Pathways Into Male Homosexuality

David A. Matheson, M.S.

 

Table of Contents

 

Chapter 1: Identity Development in Males

Developmental Processes

Role of the Father

Initiation and Competition

Chapter 2: Predisposing Factors in Homosexual Development

Biologic Theories

Twin Studies
Hormonal Studies
Neuroanatomic Studies
Gene Studies
Conclusions

Abuse

Defining the Problems
Effects of Abuse

Chapter 3: The Role of Relationships in Homosexual Development

Perception and Interpretation

Father and Son

General Relationship Problems
Traits of Fathers
Detached Fathers
Absent Fathers
Failure to Encourage Autonomy

Mother and Son

General Description of Mothers
Interference with Normal Development
Failure to Instill Basic Trust

The Family Structure

Father and Mother
Father, Mother, and Son
Relationships with Siblings

Peer Relationships

Chapter 4: Development of Symptoms

Interactional Model

Same-Sex Ambivalence

Detachment
Reparative Drive

Boyhood Manifestations

Emotional Traits
Atypical Interests and Behavior
Peer Relation Problems

Sexualization

Sexual Experimentation
Transitional Phase

Sexualization of Emotional Needs
Sexualization of Identificatory Needs

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