Description

How one thinks of oneself in terms of attraction to the same sex or members of the other sex, based on one’s own experiences, thoughts and reactions, rather than defining oneself based on the gender or sex of one’s sexual partner(s).

Additional notes and information

This can include refusing to label oneself with a sexual identification.

Sources

PS-Inter Press Service (2010). Gender and Development Glossary. A Tool for Journalists and Writers.