An attraction (e.g., romantic, erotic, emotional) toward people of the same gender. May be used in reference to groups or individuals. Often refers to male-identified people who are attracted to other male-identified people.
Note: Definitions related to identity terms vary across communities, cultures, regions, may change across time, and are dependent on an individual’s interpretation and experiences. Not all patients/victims may agree with or identify with the current definitions in this glossary.