HOMOSEXUALITY IN THE PHILIPPINES: VARIOUS FACTORS AND
ITS CORRESPONDING EFFECTS ON AHOMOSEXUAL
As partial fulfillment
Of the requirements
In ENGLISH 2
Submitted by:
Monica E. Revadulla
U – 4R
March 10, 2011
Topic: Effects of different factors in the Philippines on a homosexual
Thesis Statement: Knowing the physical, spiritual and social factors and their corresponding effects on a homosexual in the Philippines, homosexuals must be accepted and must be treated fairly in the Philippine society.
I. Homosexuality
A. Definition of homosexuality
B. Origin of homosexuality
1. Biological theories
2. Socio-cultural factors
3. Psychological theories
C. Types of homosexuals
1. Lesbian
a. Butch (Male role)
b. Femme (Female role)
2. Gay
II. Effects of different factors in the Philippines on homosexuals
A. Physical factors
1. Physical abuse and violence
a. Develops trauma
b. Makes it hard for them to trust people
2. Spanked to death by their own parents
B. Spiritual factors
1. Moral condemnation
a. Becomes atheist in nature
b. Feels confusion when it comes to religion
2. The “Homosexuality is a sin” saying
a. Doesn’t go to mass and confession
b. Disbelief in God’s existence
C. Social factors
1. Thrown away by their families
a. Tends to be independent
b. Develops hatred
2. Suffers discrimination
a. Becomes an introvert
b. Develops mistrust in people
c. Finds difficulty in fitting in with the society
3. Rejected and made fun of
a. Experiences paranoia
b. Depression takes place
c. Self-esteem is threatened
4. Limited sense of freedom
a. Rebellious nature springs up
b. Tends to run away from home and start a new life
c. Freedom of expression diminishes
III. Movements promoting gender equality in the Philippines
A. Organizations that promote gender equality
1. UP Babaylan
2.LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) Groups
B.