| | Research by the [[scientific establishment]] into the '''causes of homosexuality''' frequently assumes a philosophy of [[determinism]], treating [[homosexuality]] as an identity or orientation which is "formed", rather than a behavior which is chosen. | | Research by the [[scientific establishment]] into the '''causes of homosexuality''' frequently assumes a philosophy of [[determinism]], treating [[homosexuality]] as an identity or orientation which is "formed", rather than a behavior which is chosen. |
| − | Some consider homosexuality to be a choice, while others (notably homosexual activists) consider it to be a type of genetic defect in humans. Humans, however, are not the only species that practice homosexuality. So do beetles, sheep, fruit bats, dolphins, and orangutans.<ref>http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2004/07/0722_040722_gayanimal.html</ref> | + | Some consider homosexuality to be a choice, while others (notably homosexual activists) consider it to be a type of genetic defect in humans. Humans, however, are not the only species that practice homosexuality. So do beetles, sheep, fruit bats, dolphins, and orangutans among others.<ref>http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2004/07/0722_040722_gayanimal.html</ref> |
| | There has been much work done since the latter part of the 20th century and below are some resources in regards to the various causes of homosexuality. | | There has been much work done since the latter part of the 20th century and below are some resources in regards to the various causes of homosexuality. |