Gay, Straight, and the Reason Why: The Science of Sexual Orientation
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What causes a child to grow up gay or straight? Neuroscientist Simon LeVay summarizes a wealth of scientific evidence that points to one inescapable conclusion: Sexual orientation results primarily from an interaction between genes, sex hormones, and the cells of the developing body and brain. LeVay takes the reader on a whirlwind tour of laboratories that specialize in genetics, endocrinology, neuroscience, cognitive psychology, evolutionary psychology, and family demographics. He describes, for instance, how researchers have manipulated the sex hormone levels of animals during development, causing them to mate preferentially with animals of their own gender. In this second edition, LeVay adds a chapter on bisexuality, reviews some uncommon forms of sexuality, and considers whether there could be a biological basis for subtypes of gay people such as "butch" and "femme" lesbians.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0190297379
ISBN13:9780190297374
Release Date:September 2016
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Length:264 Pages
Weight:0.89 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"
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Behavioral Sciences Biology Biology & Life Sciences Cognitive Cognitive Psychology Developmental Biology Gay & Lesbian Gay & Lesbian Studies Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Humanities Medical Medical Books Nonfiction Psychology Psychology & Counseling Social Science Social Sciences Specific DemographicsCustomer Reviews
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