Bisexuality genes and their relationship with the number of offspring: Scientific discovery from the USA

Heterosexual men who carry genes associated with bisexual behavior have more children, according to a new study. This conclusion is confirmed by data obtained by scientists at the University of Michigan, who analyzed information on more than 450,000 people of European descent. Science Alert reports this.

The study highlights the difference between genetic variants affecting same-sex and bisexual behavior. According to his results, men who were found to have genes associated with bisexuality most often became the parents of not one but several children.

The study conducted by Professor Jianzhi Zhang and his team is important in the context of studying genetic and environmental factors influencing a person’s sexual orientation. These results not only contribute to a better understanding of the biological basis of sexuality, but also may have practical applications in the medical and psychological fields, as well as in the formation of a more tolerant society.

The study showed that genetics plays a significant, but not the only role in determining sexual orientation, scientists concluded that genetics influences approximately 40% of bisexual or homosexual behavior, but environment and upbringing also influence the formation of sexual preferences. These results confirm the complex nature of this topic and highlight the importance of a multifaceted approach to the study of sexuality.

It is important to note that the study’s findings should not be interpreted as justifying discrimination based on sexual orientation. Sexual orientation is part of human diversity, and every person has the right to respect and equal treatment, regardless of their orientation.

In addition, the research of Professor Jianzhi Zhang and his team has potential practical applications. Understanding the genetic and environmental factors that influence sexual orientation may be useful in developing more effective support and counseling for sexual health and psychological well-being. Additional research in this area may lead to the development of more accurate methods for predicting the risk of developing certain problems associated with sexual orientation, and thus lead to more targeted medical and psychological support for individual patients.

History and Research: Tracing the Roots of Bisexuality

According to a statement by psychoanalyst and sex therapist Eduard Livinsky, from the International Institute of Depth Psychology, bisexuality can manifest itself as a result of the influence of several factors.

The interaction of hormones and mental structure: key aspects

By bisexuality we mean the manifestation of sexuality in a person of both male and female types. This aspect of human sexuality begins to manifest itself during adolescence, when sexual function begins to mature under the influence of sex hormones. It is important to note that the manifestation of bisexuality in each individual depends on the structure of his psyche that had already developed by that time. If the psyche is in the stage of immaturity and its boundaries are not clearly defined, then the orientation towards objects of sexual attraction may be less certain.

Another important aspect is the structure of hormones in the human body. By the nature of the matter, each person has both female and male hormones, although in small quantities, approximately 6% of the hormones of the opposite sex. In some people, the boundaries between these types of hormones may be blurred, and the amount of hormones of the opposite sex may be higher than usual. As a result, women may take on more masculine characteristics and men may take on more feminine characteristics. If there is appropriate upbringing (for example, raising a boy among women), a change in sexual orientation can occur during puberty and hormonal changes.

Upbringing

Education plays an important role in shaping a person’s sexual and psychological identity. The desired gender of a child in a family can influence his well-being and the direction of his sexuality. In addition to biological sex at birth, a child also develops a psychological sexual orientation.

If the family was expecting the birth of a boy, but instead a girl appeared, then such a child may strive throughout his life to identify himself as a boy and exhibit masculine qualities. If a girl, in addition, has a slight excess of male sex hormones, then this can also affect the manifestation of masculine traits in her sexuality.

On the other hand, if a boy is raised in a female environment, even with normal levels of male sex hormones, he may acquire a feminine style of behavior, such as a more accepting and passive role.

Family environment and upbringing are also important. If a mother exhibits active behavior (with the characteristic characteristics of a man), she may try to control the behavior of her child, regardless of his gender. A girl, identifying herself with such a mother, may acquire masculine traits, and a boy may experience fear of such a mother. In this family dynamic, a boy may choose to identify with dad if he exhibits accepting, gentle, and kind behavior. This may influence his choice of sexual partner in the future, who may be a passive homosexual or bisexual. Thus, the physique and psyche may not always correspond to the same gender in a person, depending on the influence of various factors in his early development.

Sexual Protest: How Teens Express Their Identity and Fight Oppression

For children who have experienced childhood oppression, sexual protest may become the only way to express their identity and confirm their existence. When a protesting teen is exposed to a variety of sexual orientations, it can provide additional opportunities for them to develop and resist pressure and discrimination.

Satisfaction of sexual needs: Differences between men and women

The ability to satisfy sexual needs differs for men and women. Women often find it more difficult to separate sex and emotional relationships, and they value intimacy, acceptance and tenderness that men cannot always fully provide. In some cases, women may seek satisfaction of their sexual needs in relationships with representatives of the same sex, finding in them accepting and affectionate partners. For example, even Sappho, known as the founder of lesbian literature and poetry, began her sexual life with women, but then quietly married a man and became a mother. This example shows that it is important for women to have their needs met, and at some point they may no longer need relationships with women.