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'''Sexual orientation''' refers to a person's preferred mode of sexual activity, fantasy or desire. The overwhelming majority of people are [[heterosexual]] (i.e. preferring the opposite sex), but around 1 to 2 percent are [[homosexual]] (i.e. preferring to the same sex as themselves). Some people are also [[bisexual]] or [[asexual]].

'''Sexual orientation''' is an innately fixed, immutable [[sexual preference]]. Many social advocates believe that unknown biological factors are responsible for sexual orientation. Thus, they argue that is by no means a matter of [[choice]], and that it is pointless to try to change one's orientation. Some go so far as to say that the attempt would cause harm, so [[mental health]] professionals must not offer assistance even if asked.

 

In contrast, [[sexual preference]] refers to a person's preferred mode of sexual activity, fantasy or desire.  

Advocates of homosexuality frequently argue that sexual orientation is fixed at birth, i.e. one is "born that way". This forms the basis of an argument that homosexuality is not a matter of choice, and thus should not be criticized. One may as well criticize a person for having blond hair, or dark brown skin.  

Advocates of homosexuality frequently argue that sexual orientation is fixed at birth, i.e. one is "born that way". This forms the basis of an argument that homosexuality is not a matter of choice, and thus should not be criticized. One may as well criticize a person for having blond hair, or dark brown skin.